Vol. 25 Issue 4 Nov 2016-Jan 2017

Hobe Sound Chamber of CommerceP.O. Box 1507Hobe Sound, Florida 33475Phone (772) 546-4724Fax (772) 546-9969www.hobesound.org

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Hobe Sound Chamber ofCommerce CalendarNov-Dec 2016, Jan 2017

◆ November Meetings ◆Wednesday, November 2nd

AMBASSADORS MEETING12:00pm at the Chamber Office

Tuesday, November 8th and 22ndHOBE SOUND TOASTMASTERS MEETING

7:00-9:00pm at Hobe Sound Bible College, Administrative Building, Herron Center, 2nd Floor,

11298 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe SoundOpen to Chamber members and the publicCall 772-546-4724 for more information.

Monday, November 21stBOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

5:30pm at the Chamber Office

◆ November Events ◆Friday, November 4th and 11th

SCORE COUNSELINGFree Business Consulting

Chamber Office 10:00am-1:00pmVisit www.treasurecoast.score.org

To schedule an appointment

Thursday, November 10thMONTHLY BREAKFAST

8:00-9:15am at Hobe Sound Bible College, Schmul Dining Center, 11295 SE Gomez Avenue,

2nd Floor, Hobe SoundSponsored by Ademil Castrillo, Wells Fargo Business Banking

Guest Speaker is Mark Perry, Florida OceanographicAdvance RSVP: $12 Members/$15 Non Members

No RSVP: Members $17/Non Members $20No Shows will be billed

Register at www.hobesound.org

Tuesday, November 15thNEW MEMBER ORIENTATION LUNCHEON

12:00-1:30pm at Hobe Sound Bible CollegeHerron Center, Administration Building, 2nd Floor

11298 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe SoundSponsored by Elite Payroll Solutions

By Invitation

Tuesday, November 17thCOFFEE TALK

8:00-9:00am at the Chamber officePowerful Presentations

Especially geared for Non-profit OrganizationsGuest Speaker: Brooke Samples of Profit Blueprints,

Advanced Speaker, Toastmasters International 8am-9am, Chamber Office

Seating is limited to the first twelve who sign upRSVP at www.hobesound.org

Thursday and Friday, November 24th-25thTHANKSGIVING HOLIDAY

Chamber Office Closed

Wednesday, November 30thBUSINESS AFTER HOURS

5:30-7:00pm • Sponsored by Vortex Security185 E Indiantown Road, Jupiter, FL 33477

Advance RSVP: $10 Members & Non-member /$5Social Members

No RSVP: $15 Members & Non-member /$10Social Members

No Shows will be billedRSVP online at www.hobesound.org

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Hobe Sound Chamber of CommerceOfficial Christmas Parade Program

Having been born in the “brand new StuartHospital” and growing up in Hobe Sound, our 2016Grand Marshal, Suzanne Diamond Martin, has manyinteresting stories to tell of her life as the daughter of atrue entrepreneur in this small but beautiful communi-ty. Her parents came here from New York City whereher father, James Diamond, was a sound engineer formotion picture and theatrical equipment. His job wassetting up projection rooms in the homes of the richand famous. He was sent to Hobe Sound by his boss,William Barstow. The Jupiter Island Tangerine Theatrewas being established and James came here to “get theword out” about the new theatre.

In 1934 James and Catherine Diamond, saw a needfor transportation services for seasonal visitors. Theyestablished Diamond Transfer & Garage and met trainsand planes and provided personal service to visitors tothe lovely east coast of Florida. In the 1940’s theybecame the first car rental business in Martin County.It has been verified that they are the oldest existingindependent car dealership in Martin County as theyhave a continuous certification as such since 1946 totoday. They were also the only local station licensed tosell gas during WWII.

Through the years Suzanne and her family lived inseveral different homes in Hobe Sound including oneon Plutus Avenue and one on Apollo Street (rightacross from the Apollo School) in what is known as“The Captain’s House.” They also spent a few yearsliving on Jupiter Island. Sue remembers riding withher father on Jupiter Island one morning when shewas very young and he said to her, “Sue, we are theluckiest people in the world to live every day in sucha beautiful place.”

Sue attended the Apollo School up to the 5th gradeand then attended Stuart High School, now known asMartin County High School. After graduation fromthe University of Florida she taught school in the PortOrange/Daytona Beach area where she met her hus-band, Charles (Chuck) Martin. They raised 4 sons,Danny, Retired Army now living in Texas; Kenny, aUnited Airlines pilot living in South Dakota, Mikewho works at Publix and Pat, a graduate of theUniversity of Florida and has worked for the familybusiness in all aspects since 1987.

Besides being the current owner of DiamondTransfer & Garage, Sue serves on the Board ofDirectors of the Apollo School. Her tales of life inHobe Sound are many and a true history of this smallhamlet. She said that the philosophy in Hobe Soundhas always been, “Whoever needs help, you go and give

help.” She especial-ly referenced theaftermath of thehurricanes of 2004when they deliveredice to families whowere without powerin Banner Lake.Sue remembers in1948 the moving ofthe church fromCamp Murphy bybarge up the riverto East OceanBoulevard inStuart, and in 1952, the laying of the foundation forSt. Christopher’s Catholic Church. In the early dayswhen the train passed through Hobe Sound her fatherwould go out with a lantern and that would mean thetrain should stop to pick up passengers or railwayexpress items such as the trunks of the seasonal visitors.The train would carry mail and when it reached HobeSound the bag of letters would be tossed out of thetrain onto the platform; the outgoing mailbag washung on a post next to the tracks and a conductorwould reach a hook out of the train and pick it off asthe train traveled through.

Diamond Transfer & Garage won the firstChristmas Parade trophy 31 years ago. It still rests inthe shop on the corner of Bridge and Dixie. The win-ning entry was Danny Martin driving an antique carwith a Christmas Tree sticking out the back and titledit “Bringing Home the Tree.” They won again the nextyear as well. This year we are honored to have as ourGrand Marshal, Suzanne Diamond Martin, HobeSound native and owner of a business that has existedhere for over 80 years! If you get a chance to sit andchat with Sue you are sure to learn a lot about ourhometown of Hobe Sound.

Meet the 2016 Hobe Sound Christmas Parade Grand Marshal –Suzanne Diamond Martin

PARADE CANCELLATION POLICY1. The PARADE will go on rain or shine.2. The PARADE will be cancelled by the MartinCounty Sheriff ’s office if there is any danger to thepublic from weather or other events.3. Cancellation notices will be posted ASAP on theHobe Sound Chamber of Commerce Facebookpage, www.facebook.com/hobesoundchamber, andthe Martin County Sheriff ’s Facebook page,www.facebook.com/martincountysheriffsoffice.

Christmas Parade Grand MarshalSuzanne Diamond Martin

Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce2016 Board of Directors

OfficersPresident: Ike Crumpler, Upstairs CommunicationsPresident Elect: Jonathan Milton, Milton EngineeringConsultantsTreasurer: Doug Smith Janus InvestigationsSecretary: Theresa Smith Beaches Hair StudioPast President: Steve Fenton, FedEx GroundHistorian: Ralph Davino, Secure Storage of Martin County

Board of DirectorsGlen Alexander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Strategic RealtyTony Barletta . . .Brightway Insurance/Barletta AgencyMelinda Brault . . . . . . . . . . . .Geminye Design GroupMichael Dooley . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Illustrated PropertiesMichael Ennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ennis ConstructionMarlene Filer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Celebrities Fore KidsJan McDonald . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AMAC InsuranceRobert “Bob” McLean . . . . . . . . . . . . .Avalon Air, Inc.Trudi Onus . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SeacoastBank - MortgagesNicole Townsley . . . . . . . . . .Merritt Family ChiropracticBrandon Woodward . .Law Office of Brandon Woodward

2016 President’s CouncilTom Balling . . . . . .Treasure Coast Irrig/Rood LandscapeStacey Brandt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jupiter Medical CenterAmy Brunjes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Florida Power & LightBlake Capps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Capps RoofingJohn Carr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .JRC Consulting GroupScott Fay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bridge Boat & RV StorageMarlene Filer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Celebrities Fore KidsMarc Gaylord . . . . . . .Law Office of Marc R. GaylordPaul L. Kleinfeld . . .First Florida Dev. & ConstructionSteve Landwersiek . . . . . .Ameriprise Financial ServicesGary Lesser . . . . . . . . . .Lesser, Lesser, Landy & SmithJason Lovelady . . . .Carpenter’s Roofing & Sheet MetalPete Morello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The UPS StoreDerreck Ogden . . . . . . .Word of Mouth Comp. & Elect.Jeff Sabin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Waste ManagementGuyton Stone . . . . . . . . .GHS Custom Home DesignsTony Sementelli . . . . . . . . . . .Hobe Sound ShipCenterDr. Charles & Jessica Simpson . . . .Simpson Advanced

Chiropractic & Medical CenterKevin Staten . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bank of AmericaJames Stedham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CostcoSue Stutzke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nightingale Private CareFrank & JoAnn Tricarico . . . . . . . .Metz Construction

Ambassador CommitteeJanet Otten . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Director, Chamber StaffAmber Shirk, SeacoastBank . . . . . . .Committee ChairTheresa Smith, Beaches Hair Studio . . . . . . .Vice ChairMelissa Davis . . . . . . . . . . . .ServPro of Martin CountyNancy Ferraro . . . . . . .Law Office of Marc R. GaylordGeorge Kleine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Smart SourceNoreen Nelson-Slenker . . . . . . . . . .Illustrated PropertiesJolinda Porfidio . . .Brightway Insurance/Barletta AgencySharyl Pratt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Illustrated PropertiesKim Toth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Edward JonesLinda Wolf . . . . . . . . . . .ActiveCanvas Interactive Media

StaffAngela Hoffman, Executive Director

Janet Otten, Director of Member ServicesMary Palczer, Bookkeeper/Office Manager

Angie Gollahon, Account Executive

VolunteersJudy Arbeznik, Carol Branch, Marge Cabaniss,

Bonnie Colonnese, Lois & Al Dillaire, Bette Evans,Barbara Gomez, Suzan Hughes, Lillian Johnson,

Bobbi Kauffman, George Kleine, Jeanne Nash, RichardNash, Rich Otten, Carol Stewart, & Jean Tierney

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• For the first time in 5 years, the Board ofDirectors has approved a 6% increase in dues in orderto continue and expand our broad range of services.The new rate will be Effective January 1st, 2017.

• Changes to Business After Hours (BAH) – In2017 there will be 6 Business After Hours instead ofthe usual 11. Requirements for the sponsors underthe new schedule include:

1. BAH must be held in a large venue that cancomfortably accommodate 80-100 people.

2. BAH must be held indoors. 3. There is no fee to sponsor a Business After

Hours. 4. The time remains from 5:30-7pm on the last

Wednesday of each month, January, February, April,September, October and November.

5. Sponsors will be asked to serve hot and coldhors d’oeuvres including a dessert item, and a niceselection of beer and wine, soft drinks and water,enough for two drinks per person.

6. Co-sponsoring with Chamber member(s) isencouraged.

7. Entrance fee remains the same, $10 mem-bers, $15 non-members, $5 social members, nocharge for President’s Council. A $5 fee will be addedto attendees who do not RSVP in advance.

• During the months when there is no BusinessAfter Hours, March, May, June, July and August,members may sponsor a Cocktails & Connections onthe last Wednesday of the month from 5:30-6:30pm.Attendance will be open to the first 25 who sign upto come to the event. The sponsor will provide onedrink per person and finger snacks. In addition,sponsor will provide a gift for a drawing with a valueof approximately $50. There is no fee to sponsor aCocktails & Connections. Guests will be charged $5

per person to attend. The Chamber will post theevent on the website so that guests may register onlineand invitations will be sent out as well.

• Please call the Chamber office to reserve theBusiness After Hours or Cocktails & Connectionsdate of your choice. We will send you an Agreementvia email for you to read, sign and return to reserveyour date.

• Avoid the fee – RSVPSave $5 by registering in advance of Breakfasts,

Luncheons & Business After Hours• Ambassador Committee Needs YOU! There currently are openings for new Ambassadors.

Call Jan for information and to sign up, 772-546-4724.

• We are beginning to schedule sponsors and guestspeakers for 2017. If you are interested in sponsoringor hosting an event, speaking at a breakfast, CoffeeTalk, or Luncheon, please call Jan to discuss dates anddetails – 772-546-4724

• And remember: Put your $$ where your ♥ is –Do business with Chamber members!

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Hobe Sound MinistriesPresents the 20th AnnualSinging Christmas Tree

Hobe Sound Ministries will present the 20th AnnualSinging Christmas Tree from Thursday, December 1through Sunday, December 4 at 7:00pm each evening.Doors open at 6:00pm. This spectacular event, attend-ed last year by over 8,000 people, will feature 75singers in a beautifully lighted Christmas tree of thou-sands of lights, a 25-piece orchestra, a children’s choirand a drama cast of fifty.

This is a production with live instrumentation andsinging, in addition to flying angels, kings and shep-herds, holy family, and the message and lights of theseason! Come and be a part of what has become anannual spectacular tradition – the Singing ChristmasTree! Admission is free.

Hobe Sound Ministries is located at 11295 GomezAve in Hobe Sound at Hobe Sound BibleCollege/Church. Call 772-546-5696 with any ques-tions or visit their web site at www.hobesoundsing-ingtree.com.

Martin County School DistrictWins the Certificate ofExcellence Award

The Association of School Business OfficialsInternational has awarded the Martin County SchoolDistrict its 2015 Certificate of Excellence in FinancialReporting award for having met or exceeded the pro-gram’s high standards for financial reporting andaccountability. This is the tenth year the District hasaccomplished this endorsement.

“We have worked meticulously over the past fouryears to strengthen the long-term financial health andreporting of the Martin County School District,” saysLaurie J. Gaylord, Superintendent. “I am proud of theDistrict finance department and their hard work tomaintain compliance in all aspects. The SchoolDistrict’s finances help us to provide the necessary tools

to educate our students in Martin County.”The District was recognized for its Comprehensive

Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending2015. As the only award program specifically designedfor school district financial reporting, the Certificateof Excellence (COE) represents a significant achieve-ment and reflects a high level of commitment to fiscalintegrity and transparency.

St. John Chrysostom GreekOrthodox Church Gears Upfor Annual Greek Festival

Often called the “Hershey Kiss church” on US 1 inHobe Sound because of its silver-domed roof, St.John Chrysostom Greek Orthodox Church will againcelebrate all things Greek at its 14th Annual GreekFestival on Jan. 19 to Jan. 22, 2017.

The family-friendly event with a nominal admis-sion charge features cultural dishes, Greek dancingand music, costumes, a complete carnival midway,sundry gifts, arts and crafts, and hand-crafted jewelry.Children under 12 are admitted free.

By far the festival's most popular attraction, whichdraws festival-goers from throughout Martin County

and beyond, is the tempting array of authentic Greekdishes. The women of the church are the principalbakers, planning now to bake more than 1,000 each ofGreece's signature delectables, including traditionalbaklava, a flaky triangular pastry layered with choppedwalnuts and sweetened with homemade syrup.

The choices also include kourambiedes, a short-bread cookie prepared traditionally for weddings, orkouloukaria, a Greek sugar cookie, or any other ofabout a dozen treats.

Fortunately, visitors do not need to pronounce whatappeals to their eye. Pointing is perfectly acceptable.

Outside, under the big tent, the men of the church,“special retired Greek chefs in their own right,”according to organizers, will prepare their deliciousGreek menu of lamb shanks, Moussaka, Pastitsio,Grecian lemon chicken, Souzoukakia and more.

“Too bad they cannot wrap up the aroma inchurch's kitchen to sell as well,” says SaadiaTsaftarides, a member of the church and one of theFestival volunteers. "We're all good cooks on our own,but together we become wonderful cooks."

St. John Chrysostom Greek Orthodox Church is at10605 SE Federal Highway, adjacent to the HobeSound Library. Festival hours are from 11 a.m. to 8p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 19; from 11 a.m. To 11 p.m.on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 20-21; and from noon to8 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017.

For more information, call the church at 772-546-8180 or email: stjohn.goldenvoice@gmail.com.

Photo ProvidedThe Singing Christmas Tree at Hobe Sound Ministries.

Photo ProvidedSt. John Chrysostom Greek Orthodox Church in Hobe Sound

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Two Men and a TruckShauna Bledsoe4271 NW Federal HighwayJensen Beach, FL 34957772-398-9995www.twomenandatruck.com

Customers, employees and Chamber Ambassadors gather withCandace Lopes, owner (holding scissors) celebrating Skin SerenitySpa’s membership in the Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce.

Skin Serenity SpaCandace Lopes740 Colorado Avenue, Stuart, FL 34994772-600-813www.skinserenityspa.com

RibbonCuttings…

Pictured: Ian Cloyd, Two Men and a Truck, Mike Dooley, IllustratedProperties, Kim Toth, Edward Jones, Nancy Ferraro, Law Office ofMarc R. Gaylord, P.A., Mascot, Brandon Erfft, Two Men and aTruck, Shauna Bledsoe, Two Men and a Truck, Amber Shirk,Seacoast Bank, Sharyl Pratt, Illustrated Properties, Melissa Davis,ServPro Martin County, Theresa Smith, Beaches Hair Studio, andJan Otten, Hobe Sound Chamber

The Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce hascome a long way since its inception 35 years agoaround a kitchen table with a handful of Hobe Soundbusiness leaders.

Through the years it has grown from that handfulof members to nearly 500 members strong. Themembership is a very diverse group ranging fromhuge businesses like Waste Management, MartinHealth System, Jupiter Medical Center and SouthMartin Regional Utilities to dozens of small “Momand Pop” enterprises. It encompasses members whohave been on board from the very beginning to mem-bers brand new in the business world and to the area.Its membership ranges from Vero Beach to the north,down to Boca in the south and west across the state.This Chamber boasts a large number of “Social”members who are citizens in the community commit-ted to supporting local business and keeping abreastof news and activities happening right now.

Milestones…During this 35th Anniversary year we reached many

noteworthy milestones. We hosted 11 breakfasts, and11 Business After Hours socials, 4 Wildly SuccessfulWomen’s Wednesday Luncheons, 4 Coffee Talk semi-nars and participated in several Council of Chambersevents where we partnered with the other 4 MartinCounty Chambers. Our President’s Council, institut-ed in 2011, has grown to 22 prestigious businessmembers, all of whom enjoyed attending specialevents geared toward exercising their leadership.

Anniversaries reached during this year includeExecutive Director, Angela Hoffman celebrating 5years as the head of the organization. Jan Otten,Director of Member Services, reached 10 years inher position, and Mary Palczer, Office Manager/Bookkeeper, marked her one-year anniversary. Weare very blessed with volunteers who have been herefor many, many years filling roles in various capaci-ties. They are too numerous to name all of them,but some of note include Lillian Johnson who

passed 27 years, Bette Evans her 26th year, MargeCabaniss her 20th year, Jean Tierney over 15 years.Other volunteers with approximately 5 years areCarol Branch and Judy Arbeznik . And under 5years are Richard Nash, helping at the front deskand doing his second year as Christmas ParadeChair; Suzan Hughes, Carol Stewart, BarbaraGomez have added their talents to our office volun-teers. Rich Otten who’s been helping schlep all theparaphernalia needed for each special event over theten years Jan has been involved. George Kleine whotook over Lillian’s 50/50 raffle duties and greets themembers at breakfasts and after hours with the bas-ket of tickets and a chance to share in the proceedsof the raffle. And then there are many volunteerswho help at the big events. Such as PatriceDrennan-Smith who heads up the merchandisebooth every year at the Festival of Arts and MaryLopopolo who helps with cash flow throughout theevent. There are many who step up every time tokeep the cogs in the wheel oiled and running.

In February we held the 15th Annual Festival ofthe Arts. This event brings approximately 30,000people to Hobe Sound over a two-day period. InMay we teed off for the 33rd Annual GolfTournament. In October we experienced the fourthand relatively new, sold out event, Dine AroundHobe Sound Progressive Dinner. And this yearmarks our 31st Annual Hobe Sound ChristmasParade. The Parade is the Chamber’s gift to our com-munity. Every year it gets bigger and better.

Yes, this 35th year of the founding of this very fineorganization is memorable in so many ways and all ofus here, staff and volunteers, Board of Directors,President’s Council and members, invite you to comeand experience what the Hobe Sound Chamber hasto offer. Join, attend events, meet new friends, enjoycomradery with exceptional community leaders! Bepart of this amazing and growing Hobe SoundChamber of Commerce!

The Chamber’s 35th Anniversary Year in Review

Gary Lesser, of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, guest speaker at theOctober 19th Wildly Successful Women’s Wednesday Luncheonwith Hobe Sound Chamber Executive Director Angela Hoffmanand Tony Barletta, Brightway Insurance/Barletta Agency, Sponsorof the event.

Speakers and Sponsors

businesses need creative solutions to benefit challenges.For employees whose insurance plans leave them feel-ing vulnerable, Colonial Life can help protect whatthey work so hard to build.

DanceWorksAnna Preston6548 SE Federal Highway, Stuart, FL 34997561-373-1713Business Classification: Education/SchoolsSponsored by: Nicole Townsley, Merritt FamilyChiropractic

Dimar FloristElizabeth DuBois6406 SE Federal Highway, Stuart, FL 34997772-283-8933www.dimarflowers.comBusiness Classification: FloristsOrganization Description: Dimar Florist has beenserving the area for over 15 years. Located on U.S. 1in South Stuart they are known for their signature flo-ral designs as well as their friendly knowledgeable staff.They offer flowers for every occasion - weddings andspecial events. Please visit the shop and meet theirstaff. They are there for you!!

DYB Charters, Inc. & Yacht SalesHoward Donhauser, Sr. 2828 SE Fairway West, Stuart, FL 34997772-678-6311www.dybyachts.comBusiness Classification: Yacht Sales/ChartersOrganization Description: DYB Charter & Yacht Saleshas been a family owned yacht brokerage business sinceit began in Lighthouse Point, Florida in 1978. Theirclients and their boat are their primary interest and focus,and they will assist with any delivery or training that isneeded. They help their clients realize their boatingdreams as reflected by their clients in Florida, Canada,Europe, Japan, and the Caribbean. A quick check of theirwebsite at www.dybyachts.com will tell you what you canexpect when you are working with them.

Elite Roofing SolutionsRicardo Lara812 SE Lincoln Avenue, Stuart, FL 34994772-643-7663Business Classification: Roofing ContractorsSponsored by: Tara Biek, The Real Estate BookOrganization Description: Elite Roofing Solutionsstrives to be the best in the roofing industry. Theirteam focuses on meeting their customers' goals andexpectations as well as maintaining customer relation-ships for future projects. They are licensed and insured,ready for all of your roofing needs.

Hobe Sound AthleticsJeremy Knoll & Colin Grover8858 SE Edwynn Street, Hobe Sound, FL 33455772-402-5906Business Classification: Fitness/Fitness CentersSponsored by: Erin Smith, Janus BackgroundInvestigationsOrganization Description: Hobe Sound Athletics is afamily-owned gym that offers affordable group trainingclasses that focus on strength, cardio, and endurance.They provide their clients with a new workout daily.The staff trains while encouraging with that extra push,that we sometimes all need. Their gym has a great fam-ily-friendly atmosphere. They encourage all ages toattend and to try their best to be healthy for a betterway of life! They invite you to come and try them out!Your first month is $25!

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Welcome New Members:All Done Right Garage DoorsJerry Joslin8461 SE Pine Circle, Hobe Sound, FL 33455561-644-1539Business Classification: General Contractors/HomeRepairsSponsored by: Jeff Sabin, Waste ManagementOrganization Description: Located in beautiful HobeSound with over 15 years experience, All Done RightGarage Doors and Openers is a full- service garage doorcompany. All Done Right knows what it takes to standby its name. They provide quality products and performunmatched workmanship. They are fully licensed andinsured and are ready to provide the best service toMartin and Palm Beach counties.

Angelo’s Too Restaurant & Pizzeria8815 SE Bridge Road, Hobe Sound, FL 33455772-675-2262www.bestangelospizza.comBusiness Classification: Restaurants/Catering/FoodServicesSponsored by: Jan McDonald, AMAC Insurance

B-Yond Chic 2 U @ Elite Salon & GalleryT. Maria Ess11185 SE Federal Highway, Hobe Sound, FL 33455772-607-4772Business Classification: Hair SalonsOrganization Description: A full service salon with astyle and design team on site, at your request encom-passing all your needs and wants to fulfill the fashion-able changes in life; photo shoots, weddings, specialevents, personal private care and much more.

Capital Strategies Investment GroupNancy Rizzuto6600 SE Nantucket Court, Hobe Sound, FL 33455201-602-8184www.capstratig.comBusiness Classification: Financial ServicesOrganization Description: Capital StrategiesInvestment Group LLC ("CSIG") is an independent,fee-only, fiduciary investment advisory firm focused ondelivering custom investment and retirement solutionsto individuals and families. We are a private companyheadquartered in Oakbrook Terrace, IL with a satelliteoffice in New York and now the Treasure Coast.Currently, we advise on approximately $12 billion.

Colonial LifeKim Melzer759 SW Federal Highway, Ste. 212, Stuart, FL 34994772-473-4158www.coloniallife.comBusiness Classification: Insurance AgenciesOrganization Description: Colonial Life is a marketleader in providing benefits solutions in one simplepackage. While healthcare reform and a changingeconomy are presenting new challenges, today's inven-tive health plan structures, emerging insurance prod-ucts and smart strategies are creating new solutions.Colonial Life offers a broad line of voluntary benefitsincluding disability, life, accident, dental, cancer, criti-cal illness and hospital confinement indemnity insur-ance…ALL AT NO COST TO THE EMPLOYER.Consumer-driven product solutions can help you cre-ate a competitive benefits package, which is key forsmall businesses to attract and keep top-level talent.They also enable benefit plan redesign strategies when

Hutchinson Island Marriott ResortLauralee Rexroad555 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart, FL34997772-225-6815www.marriotthutchinsonisland.comBusiness Classification: HotelsOrganization Description: The Hutchinson IslandMarriott Beach Resort & Marina sets the stage for anunforgettable adventure. The Main Hotel is located onthe intracoastal waterway and features 200 guestrooms, including ten suites. The Sandpiper towers,located 1/4 of a mile from the main hotel, has 74 addi-tional sleeping rooms beachfront on the AtlanticOcean. They boast a selection of Luxury amenities,such as an 18-hole executive golf course, multiple ten-nis courts, three outdoor pools, and a 77 slip full serv-ice marina. The resort's spacious hotel rooms offertasteful design and a variety of helpful perks to helpyou feel at home during your stay in Stuart. TheHutchinson Island Marriott Resort showcases 28,000square feet of venue space, providing a one-of-a-kindbackdrop for any event and is among the largest venuesbetween Palm Beach and Orlando.

JJ Kitchen & Bath Cabinetry10550 SE Federal Highway, Hobe Sound, FL 33455772-932-7133www.jjkitchenandbath.comBusiness Classification: Cabinet MakersSponsored by: Erin Smith, Janus BackgroundInvestigationsOrganization Description: JJ Kitchen and Bath is aturn-key-renovations business -- from tile work,floors, kitchens, bathrooms and granite/quartz countertops. One Stop Shop!

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Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce 31st Annual Christmas Parade

Parade Lineup – December 3, 2016 Master of Ceremonies: Nick Perry • Treasure Coast Irrigation / Rood Landscape

Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entrant Vehicle 1 Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leading Truck with Banner2 Sheriff ’s Motorcycles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Motorcycles2a Martin County DUI Taxi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DUI Taxi2b Sheriff ’s Honor Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers2c Sheriff Snyder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car2d Explorer Scouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers 2e Sheriff ’s Command Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Truck2f Sheriff ’s Patrol Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car2g Sheriff ’s Possee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Horses2h Horse Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trailer3 Grand Marshal - Suzanne Diamond Martin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car4 Amvets Post 14 Ladies Auxilary and Sons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car, Truck w/ Float, Marchers5 Knights of Columbus Council 10718, St. Chris. . . . . . Cars, Truck, Marchers, Drill Team, possible float6 BOD President Ike Crumpler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car7 Senator Joe Negron. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car8 Rep. Marylynn Magar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car9 Commissioner Doug Smith, District 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car10 Commissioner Harold Jenkins, District 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car11 Commissioner Ed Ciampi, District 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Walker12 Laurie Gaylord, Superintendent of Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car13 Carolyn Timmann, Clerk of Circuit Court . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car14 Vicki Davis, Kherri Anderson, Superv of Elections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car15 Ruth Pietruzewski, MC Tax Collector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car15a MC Tax Collector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float16 Crown Car Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Truck w/trailer17 Jupiter Island Public Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car18 SMRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float, Walkers19 Hobe Sound Soccer Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float, Marchers20 SeacoastBank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Van, Marchers21 Protecting Hobe Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float22 David Chambers Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car23 McDonald’s - Ronald McDonald . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bike24 International Junior Miss Florida . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car25 First United Methodist Church of Hobe Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float25a Cub Scout Pack 812 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers25b MOPS- Mothers of Preschoolers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers 26 Hobe Sound Bible College & Christian Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float, Band

OFFICIAL CHRISTMAS PARADE SPONSORS

Caroline McIntosh

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27 Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers, Truck28 Hobe Sound Early Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car, Marchers, Bus29 Jenkins Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float30 All Done Right. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Van, Float31 South Fork High School AJROTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers31a South Fork Spirit and Pride Marching Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers, Band32 Miss Stuart Teen USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car33 Lick Your Chops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float, Marchers, Dogs34 Floridians Fighting Falls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float35 Hobe Sound Elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers, Float36 Wells Fargo- Home Mortages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Truck37 St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Truck38 Southern Breeze Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car w/Trailer39 Tony’s Tree Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float40 Papa John’s Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Van41 2 Men & A Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Truck42 Hobe Sound Ravens Football Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float, Marchers 43 H.S. Nature Center-H.S. Nt’l Wildlife Refuge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers, Car44 Pine School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float, Marchers45 Dance Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float, Marchers46 Amara Shriners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car, Boat, Motorcycle47 Diamond Transfer & Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car48 Village Bike & Paddle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Antique Rickshaw49 Murray Middle School Band of Pride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Band, Marchers49a Murray Middle School SWAT Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers49b Murray Middle School Lionettes Cheerleaders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers50 Banner Lake Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float51 Boys & Girls Club of Martin County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Passenger Van 52 Treasure Coast V-Dub Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Volkswagons, Float, Marchers53 88.1 WAY-FM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car54 AMAC Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car55 Courtney’s Stuffed Burgers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float, Car, Boat, Marchers56 Copley's RV Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car, RV57 Cruise Planners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car, Marchers58 HSBR Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car, Marchers59 Liberty Coach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flatbed w/ Antique Tractors60 ServPro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car61 YMCA Treasure Coast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marchers 62 Hobe Sound Cowgirls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Horses63 Jonathan Dickinson State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Truck64 Illustrated Properties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Float65 Waste Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Truck66 Bridge Boat & RV Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Truck w/trailer67 Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Antique Farm Tractor67a Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rood Memory Wagon, (possible horses)67b Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sleigh, Golf Cart, Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus67c Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Truck, Float - Beach Balls67d Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spray Truck68 Fire Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Truck

Thank You Supporting Sponsors:Bingman’s Painting Service • Jupiter Island Pools

Law Offices of Marc R. Gaylord, P.A.Word of Mouth Computers & Electronics

Merry Christmas!

Keyes Company – AffiliateLynda Kendall Smith11960 SE Federal HighwayHobe Sound, FL 33455772-643-0334www.lyndasmith.keyes.comBusiness Classification: Real Estate

Larry Green School Board Candidate District 5Larry GreenP.O. Box 1395, Palm City, FL 34991-6395772-631-2029www.larrygreenforschoolboard.comBusiness Classification: Political Candidate

Michael DiTerlizzi School Board Candidate District 5Michael DiTerlizzi1340 SW Dyer Point Road, Palm City, FL 34990772-260-0366

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Welcome New Members:

Business Classification: Political CandidateSponsored by: Jenkins Landscape

Organic SolutionsDaniel Steinberg, Michael Gilstrap4101 SE Commerce AvenueStuart, FL 34997772-419-8141www.liveorganicsolutions.comBusiness Classification: Landscape & IrrigationServicesOrganization Description: Organic Solutions has devot-ed the last few years developing products to safely feedbeautiful South Florida landscapes. By introducing avariety of Organic compounds and living MicroOrganisms through Fertigation - a process of fertilizingthrough the irrigation system - Organic Solutions is ableto change the soil composition. The result is healthierplant growth, exponentially enhanced water absorption,and increased natural filtering of pollutants - ultimatelyreducing runoff, fertilizer/pesticide use, and watering.Along with Fertigation, Organic Solutions offers FullService Landscape Design, Installation, Maintenance,and Pest Control services to all Residential, HOA, POA,and Municipalities that is second to none. Visit their

website www.liveorganicsolutions.com or like them onFacebook to join them and learn how to create healthy,regenerative landscapes that are economically viable.

Re/Max of StuartMaureen Vaillancourt729 S Federal Highway, Ste. 100Stuart, FL 34994772-341-8690www.maureenv.remaxagent.comBusiness Classification: Real Estate

Tequesta Fit Body Boot CampErica Hull & Matt Diaz304 Tequesta DriveTequesta, FL 33469561-320-3203www.fitbodybootcamp.com/tequestafitnessbootcamp/Business Classification: Fitness/Fitness CentersSponsored by: Nicky Cassidy, Renu Medical AestheticsOrganization Description: Tequesta Fit Body BootCamp is a results driven and energetic fitness and fatloss workout program that includes motivation,accountability and dynamic resistance training; alldesigned to get you the body that you want in a safe,fun and non-intimidating atmosphere. Every workoutsession is led by an experienced, certified Tequesta FitBody Boot Camp personal trainer and is designed to befun, supportive and challenging, while burning maxi-mum fat, in minimum time. Personalization is key togetting the best possible results, which is why theirworkout programs are modified to fit your goals andindividual fitness level.

HAPPY

HOLIDAYS

HOBE

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Barton Electric, Inc.Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Barton Electric, Inc, of Hobe Sound is humbled toannounce the celebration of its 50th anniversary. In1966, the company began with the idea of providingquality service to all customers and has found its successby keeping this motto in the forefront of its business.

Dedication to customer service is quickly apparentat Barton Electric. When you call the office, between8:00am and 4:00pm, you talk to a person, not amachine. This dedication to service has allowed BartonElectric, Inc. to proudly serve Martin and Palm BeachCounties, and have the pleasure of giving quality serv-ice to all of Hobe Sound and Jupiter lsland.

Barton Electric, Inc, provides customers with resi-dential, commercial and industrial work including:LED lighting, home lighting control systems, gener-ator installations, innovative landscape lighting,dock electric, remodels, and various service work forhome owners.

President, Bryan Tucker’s on-going mission is toprovide customer focused, quality electrical service,based on customers’ needs and the use of the latesttechnology. Bryan is overwhelmed by all the compa-ny’s loyal customers and hardworking employees. Heappreciates their commitment to the business and helooks forward to welcoming new customers to theBarton Electric, Inc. family.

Barton Electric, Inc. is fully licensed and insuredand is located at 2928 S.E. Suzanne Drive in HobeSound. Contact the office at: 772-546-2292. Theirweb site is: www.BartonElectric.net.

Business BriefsTreasure Coast Food Bank needs donations of food,

funds and turkeys! In addition to canned yams and stuff-ing, the Food Bank needs peanut butter, pasta, low-sodi-um canned vegetables, shelf-stable milk, canned tuna orchicken, beans, low-sodium soup, and low-sugar cereal.

Show your giving spirit by donating. Organize a fooddrive, participate with a cash donation, or donate a turkeyduring the annual Turkey Drop on Nov. 12th from 10amto 2pm. On Turkey Drop Saturday, refrigerated truckswill be at several drop-off locations:

In Stuart: Treasure Coast Harley Davidson at 4967 SE

US Highway 1 and Publix Supermarkets, 1501 NWFederal Highway.

In Fort Pierce: Well Med Fort Pierce, 1423 South USHighway 1 and Archie’s Seabreeze, 401 Ocean Drive.

In PSL: Publix Supermarkets, 10400 SW VillageCenter Drive (Tradition) and Perkins Restaurant, 9202South Federal Highway.

In Vero Beach: CVS Pharmacy – 1706 US Highway 1In Sebastain: Winn Dixie, 995 Sebastian Blvd.For information about volunteering, hosting a food

drive, or making a donation, please visit stophunger.org.

Support the Great Treasure Coast Holiday Food & Funds Drive

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◆ December Meetings ◆Wednesday, December 7th

AMBASSADORS MEETING12:00pm at the Chamber Office

Tuesday, December 13thHOBE SOUND

TOASTMASTERS MEETING7:00-9:00pm at Hobe Sound Bible College, Fine Arts Center, 11295 SE Gomez Avenue,

Hobe Sound (east side of Gomez)International Speech & Table Topics Contests

and Cookie Baking ContestOpen to Chamber members and the publicCall 772-546-4724 for more information.

Monday, December 19thBOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

5:30pm Chamber Office

◆ December Events ◆Saturday, December 3rd

ART & CRAFTS STROLL 10:00am-3:00pm

Dixie Highway south of Bridge Road

Saturday, December 3rd31ST ANNUAL HOBE SOUND

CHRISTMAS PARADE 1:00pm

Presenting sponsors: Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape & Bridge Boat & RV Storage

Dixie Highway north to Bridge RoadBridge Road west to Hercules ending in Zeus Park

Holiday Vendors along Dixie Highway 10:00am-3:00pm

Friday, December 9thINSTALLATION OF DIRECTORS/

AWARDS LUNCHEON11:30am-1:30pm

Mariner Sands Country Club6500 Mariner Sands Drive, Stuart

Awards Sponsor: Treasure Coast LegalPresenting Sponsors: AMAC Insurance, Skin Serenity Spa and Strategic Realty

Advance RSVP $40 Members/$45 Non-members/$35 President’s Council

No Advance RSVP $50 Members/$55 Non-mem-bers/$45 President’s Council

No Shows will be billedRegister online at www.hobesound.org

Friday, December 16th CHAMBER VOLUNTEER HOLIDAY LUNCHEON

Noon/Location TBA

Friday, December 23rdCHRISTMAS HOLIDAY

Chamber Office Closed 1/2 Day

Monday, December 26thCHRISTMAS HOLIDAY

Chamber Office Closed

Friday, December 30thNEW YEAR’S HOLIDAY

Chamber Office Closed 1/2 Day

◆ January Meetings ◆Wednesday, January 4th

AMBASSADORS MEETING12:00pm

Chamber Office

Tuesday, January 10th and 24thHOBE SOUND

TOASTMASTERS MEETING7:00-9:00pm at Hobe Sound Bible College,

Administrative Building, Herron Center, 2nd Floor, 11298 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe Sound

Open to Chamber members and the publicCall 772-546-4724 for more information.

Monday, January 16thBOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

5:30pm Chamber Office

◆ January Events ◆Monday, January 2nd

NEW YEAR’S DAY HOLIDAYChamber Office Closed

Friday, January 6th, 13th, and 27th SCORE COUNSELINGFree Business Consulting

Chamber Office 10:00am-1:00pmVisit www.treasurecoast.score.org

to schedule an appointment

Wednesday, January 11thINSIDE HOBE SOUND TOUR

8:30am-2:00pm Begins at the Chamber office and then proceeds by

bus to points of interestFree and open to the public; space is limited

Box Lunch available for $10; order at time of RSVPRSVP Required at 772-546-4724

Thursday, January 12thMONTHLY BREAKFAST

8:00-9:15am at Hobe Sound Bible College, Schmul Dining Center

11295 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe SoundSponsored by Stuart Magazine, Kim Capen

Guest Speaker: Nancy Ferraro, Law Office of Marc R. Gaylord, P.A.

Topic: The Dangers of the Law According to GoogleAdvance RSVP: $12 Members/$15 Non Members

No RSVP: Members $17, Non Members $20No Shows will be billed

Register at www.hobesound.org

Wednesday, January 18thWILDLY SUCCESSFUL

WOMEN’S WEDNESDAY LUNCH12:00-1:30pm

Watch News You Can Use and www.hobesound.org for details

Wednesday, January 25thBUSINESS AFTER HOURS

5:30-7:00pm at Treasure Coast Indian Motorcycle8401 SE Federal Highway, Hobe Sound2017 Festival of Arts Poster Unveiling

Advance RSVP $10 Members/$5 Social Members/$15 Non-members

No RSVP $15 Members/$10 Social Members/$20 Non-members

Hobe Sound Chamber ofCommerce CalendarNov-Dec 2016, Jan 2017

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Treasure Coast SCOREAnnounces Record Results!

The Treasure Coast Chapter of SCORE announcesthat they have attained a second consecutive year ofTotal Services exceeding 4000 in their most recentFiscal Year Ended September 30, 2016.

Dreamers, entrepreneurs, start-ups & existing busi-nesses regularly utilize SCORE nationally since 1964and locally since 1973 as a sounding board for infor-mation and advice. Treasure Coast SCORE provided4,158 total services as follows:

• Face-to-face counseling sessions – 2,111• Cyber (Internet) counseling sessions – 364• 117 Workshops held locally with 1,683 attendees.• Total Services including all the above totaled 4,158Seventeen years ago their total services were 382

and over the last 16 years they have experienced aCompound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) in excessof 16%!

The 33 local SCORE counselors have direct experi-ence in business start-ups, manufacturing, high tech-nology, insurance, public relations, retail operations,textiles, pharmaceuticals, legal, banking, finance, tax,distribution, information technology, materials, engi-neering, sales & marketing, customer service, commer-cial leasing, electrical contracting, health & nutrition,human resources, specialty retailing, hospitality, acqui-sitions, turnarounds, divestitures, business valuations,public relations, turnarounds, promotional products,environmental and non-profits.

SCORE also offers free and low cost workshops insuch areas as: How to Start a Small Business, CashManagement, Financial Recordkeeping, Marketing,Florida Sales Tax, All About Non-Profits, CommercialInsurance, Business Law, Commercial Credit, BusinessPlanning, Corporate & LLC Reporting &Recordkeeping, & Personal Credit/Identity Theft.

SCORE Chapter 308, has its main office in Ft.Pierce and branch locations in Hobe Sound, JensenBeach, Palm City, Port St. Lucie, Stuart, Vero Beachand Sebastian.

SCORE provides no-cost, confidential businesscounseling with expertise in a wealth of business andbusiness-related areas. SCORE Chapter 308 is aresource partner with the Small Business AdministrationFlorida Small Business Development Center and coversMartin, St. Lucie, Indian River, Glades and OkeechobeeCounties on the Treasure Coast.

Call SCORE at 772-489-0548 or go to www.treasure-coast.score.org to make an appointment at any of theireight (8) locations to discuss your business opportunitywith an experienced volunteer SCORE counselor andalso to register for any of their workshops.

Treasure Coast SCORE 308 is located in theProfessional Center, Suite 2, 3220 South US 1, FortPierce FL 34982.

Their telephone number is: 772-489-0548, fax is772-489-9548, email is : score308@bellsouth.net, andtheir web site is: www.treasurecoast.score.org.

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Since 1997Marc R. Gaylord, P.A.

Since 1998Office Depot

Since 2004Taste Restaurant

Since 2006CostcoEducation Foundation of Martin CountySteele Law

Since 2007C & C Auto RepairCopley’s RV Center, Inc.Keith and Sons Landscaping, Inc.

Since 2008Advantage FordBrookdale Tequesta Assisted Living & Memory CareCobb Plumbing, IncMariner Sands Country ClubPatrick Hayes

Since 2009EyeMarketing, LLCFlorida OceanographicHughes Umbanhowar ArchitectsLoblolly MarinaM & K Publishing, Inc.Servpro of Martin CountySmart Source

Since 2010DreamMaker Bath & KitchenJM Building Supply, Inc.Shrimpers Grill & Raw Bar

Since 2011Heart Care Imaging, Inc.Martin County Fair AssociationNAPA Auto PartsSt. John’s Greek Orthodox ChurchTown of Jupiter Island

Since 2012Forward Electric & Air Conditioning, Inc.Hobe Sound Nature Center, Inc.Palm Tree Auto SalesQuit Doc Foundation

Since 2013Children’s Services Council of Martin CountyH. Allen HolmesLou Ann Prestegard

Since 2014Anytime Fitness Hobe SoundCreative TreasuresCruise PlannersTillman, Shapiro & Dillemuth, PAThe Keyes Company – Kelley SmithTreasure Coast Legal

Thank You Renewals:

Since 20152JData, LLCAmerican Speedy PrintingBerkshire Hathaway HS Florida Realty – BouseBerry Fresh CaféClothes Mentor TequestaCloud Choice TechnologiesCrossroads Consulting International, LLCHJA Design Studio, LLCPalm Beach Capital Consultants, LLCReal Estate Book of Martin CountyTaylor & Modeen Funeral HomeTri-County Golf Cars, Inc.Venture Construction Group of FloridaVia ONE HOPE

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Welcome New Members:The Banner Lake ClubLisa Dames12212 SE Lantana Avenue, Hobe Sound, FL 33455772-402-5167Business Classification: Community CentersOrganization Description: The Banner Lake Club,Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whoseoverall mission is to improve the quality of life forHobe Sound residents, primarily those in andaround the Banner Lake Community requiringincome assistance. The main purpose of the BannerLake Club is to maintain, operate, and perpetuate a

facility to provide charitable, social, and educationalactivities for residents of the Banner LakeCommunity and its neighbors. The Banner LakeClub runs an after school and summer programcalled B.L.A.S.T. (Banner Lake After School Time)provided at no cost to those registered for studentsage 5 years to Teens. Community outreach programsinclude: Food Pantry, Soup Kitchen, Senior MealProgram, Senior Socials, Bingo, and CommunityEvents. The community center is available for week-end facility rentals.

The Firefly GroupStacy Ranieri1211 SW Sunset TrailPalm City, FL 34990772-287-5272www.fireflyforyou.comBusiness Classification: Public Relations, Marketing &Advertising

Wells Fargo Home MortgageAngelica Tzavaras825 S U.S. Highway 1Jupiter, FL 33477561-371-7144Business Classification: BanksOrganization Description: Angelica Tzavaras (NMLSRID 1217054) and Crissy Easom (NMLSR ID1536044) are Home Mortgage Consultants for WellsFargo Home Mortgage. A division of Wells FargoBank, N.A. and the nation’s leading retail mortgageprovider in its Jupiter office. They invite you to contactthem for any of your home financing needs. Angelicaand Crissy recognize that everyone’s family’s needs aredifferent, and they are dedicated to providing the bestoptions so their clients can make informed decisions.Wells Fargo is the nation’s leading originator and ser-vicer of residential mortgages, funding one of every fivemortgage loans and servicing one of every five mort-gage loans in the United States.

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage – AffiliateCrissy Easom825 S U.S. Highway 1Jupiter, FL 33477561-631-1310

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