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The Young Professionals of Martin County welcomed new board members while giving thanks and bidding adieu to those leaving the organization. The installation luncheon was held at Carmela’s Brick Oven Pizza in Stuart. YPMC is a networking group that brings goal-oriented and socially active people (primarily in their 20s and 30s) together for professional and personal gain.

More than 170 members and guests gathered for the organization’s 31st annual event at the Elliott Museum in Stuart. Dan Carmody was the Council’s 2016 chairman and Adam Putnam, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture, delivered the keynote address, and was awarded the Council’s 2016 Chairman’s Leadership Award. 

Library friends ‘booked for lunch’ Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Tue, 2014-06-24 07:25 The Friends of the Martin County Library System held “Booked for Lunch” at Piper’s Landing Yacht and Country Club in Palm City with author Scott Eyman as the featured speaker. Many generous sponsors made the event a success. The event raised $10,000, which will benefit library programs for children and adults.Read more about Library friends ‘booked for lunch’

More than 400 patrons attended the 22nd annual charity gala held at Fair Wind Air Charter in Stuart. The "Mum Ball" has earned a reputation for providing high-quality entertainment, fine cuisine and an energetic atmosphere in truly extraordinary surroundings. This year’s future-themed event raised more than $650,000 to support cardiovascular enhancements at the Frances Langford Heart Center at Martin Health.

Mary's Shelter celebrated its ninth annual Fashion Show & Luncheon at Willoughby Golf Club with WPTV News Channel 5's Kelley Dunn as the emcee for the program. Guests enjoyed a fashion show hosted by the Seaside Sisters in addition to auction items and vendor boutiques.

Elliott museum ‘cocktails and curators’ Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Tue, 2015-03-03 04:39 Nearly 60 people attended the Museum’s lecture series with guest speaker James T. Wheary, who spoke about his great-grandfather, Charles W. Nash, an automobile industry pioneer. Nash served as the president and general manager of the Buick Motor Company, and later as president of the General Motors Corporation.Read more about Elliott museum ‘cocktails and curators’

Stuart residents and local advocates kicked off their shoes on the beach for a seaside soirée benefiting the Florida Oceanographic Society. The 65 guests enjoyed live music, hors d’oeuvres and tropical cocktails while dancing and relaxing poolside on the patio of the Courtyard by Marriott on Hutchinson Island.

Back in February, Mary's Home hosted the Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon at the Willoughby Golf Club in Stuart

LifeBuilders Cocktail party Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Fri, 2014-11-28 10:00 Nearly 200 guests attended the fourth annual fundraiser at the PGA Country Club in Port St. Lucie. Belly dancers, fire eating and henna tattoos were all part of the fun, with live and silent auctions raising more than $54,000. LifeBuilders helps those involved in the court system be successful.Read more about LifeBuilders Cocktail party

Molly’s House received $170,000 in pledges from supporters, which will be used toward general operating costs, allowing Molly’s House to continue providing sanctuary for more than 2,000 patients and family members each year.

The Martin County Community Foundation event took place at Dolphin Bar and Shrimp House in Jensen Beach, and awarded grants totaling $303,620 to seven local non-profits to fund programs in 2018 and 2019. The grants will support work in five categories: literacy, research, social services, training and vocational education.

Two hundred men and women came together this month in support Treasure Coast Hospice. Former WTA Top 10 tennis professional, Kathy Rinaldi, spearheaded the event which featured exhibition appearances by herself and Brenda Shultz-McCarthy. Amateur players of all ages converged over four days to contest for division supremacy. The event was highlighted by live and silent auctions and the Pro-Am exhibition on Saturday night. The tournament was  hosted by North River Shores Tennis Club raising nearly $50, 000!

Environmental Studies Council Event Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by epradeep on Wed, 2016-03-30 04:56 The Environmental Studies Council hosted a fundraising luncheon and auction at Monarch Country Club, featuring distinguished speaker and scientist Dr. Derek Burkholder of the Guy Harvey Institute and Nova Southeastern University. The luncheon celebrated the much-loved Environmental Studies Center. Proceeds support the many programs the organization offers and more.Read more about Environmental Studies Council Event

2014 Environmental Stewardship Fundraiser and Community Recognition Event Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 Keep Martin Beautiful hosted its annual fundraiser and community recognition event at Piper’s Landing Yacht and Country Club in Palm City. Nearly 200 people filled the room to celebrate individuals and organizations who, through a variety of projects, are working to enhance the quality of life in Martin County.Read more about 2014 Environmental Stewardship Fundraiser and Community Recognition Event

‘Pinot And Picasso’ Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by epradeep on Fri, 2016-02-26 03:17 An evening of fine wine and artists from Helping People Succeed's popular 2016 Art for Living Calendar brought together more than 150 guests at The Floridian country club in Palm City. The artists signed calendars and discussed their art work, which included local beach scenes, popular Florida birds, Florida citrus and a downtown hotel.Read more about ‘Pinot And Picasso’

Art IN PUBLIC SPACES PROJECT Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Tue, 2014-06-24 07:25 The City of Stuart launched an Art in Public Places program as part of the Centennial Celebration. The inaugural project, called the “Florida Water Birds” collection, includes six Water Birds created by internationally known sculptor and Stuart resident Geoffrey Smith. The art will be placed along Colorado Avenue. The mission of Art in Public Places is to enhance the quality of the visual environment in the Martin County community.Read more about Art IN PUBLIC SPACES PROJECT

Stuart sailfish club luncheon Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by epradeep on Wed, 2016-01-27 09:09 Members of the Stuart Sailfish Club gathered for a luncheon, sponsored by Stuart Magazine, at the Diamond Tea Room and Bistro in Stuart to make plans for the Club's upcoming 75th anniversary to be held on June 18. The Stuart Sailfish Club is one of the oldest billfish conservation clubs in America.Read more about Stuart sailfish club luncheon

Four local heroes were honored for their devotion to foster children during the third annual luncheon held at Willoughby Golf Club. Jen Burrage received Volunteer of the Year, while local foster family Richard and Ericah Brinson received Foster Family of the Year. In addition, MaryLynn Magar accepted the Legislator of the Year, and Rani Mathura received Place of Hope’s Hero of Hope award.

Guests and anglers enjoyed a night under the stars at the Captain's Reception kickoff party, held at River Palm Cottages in Jensen Beach. The fishing tournament began immediately after, following through to the next day. In all, nearly $35,000 was raised to benefit Project L.I.F.T.

Young Professionals Social Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Thu, 2014-03-06 03:24 The Young Professionals of Martin County hosted its After Hours Social at BeCrossfit in Stuart, where members networked and watched as Crossfit Contenders went head to head in an exciting exhibition. Young Professionals is an organization devoted to helping future leaders develop their business skills, become more involved in their community and expand their social circles.Read more about Young Professionals Social