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Organization to host beach event June 26
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - Treasure Coast Surfriders and Ohana Surf Shop will host a "Hands across the Sand" gathering at Stuart public beach, 889 N.E. Ocean Blvd., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 26. This international gathering will be hosted at more than 200 places worldwide and will be the largest of its kind. There will be a beach clean...
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Festival coming to Hobe Sound
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - The Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Martin County Parks and Recreation Department, are planning the Hobe Sound BBQ Festival. The event will take place July 10 from noon-6 p.m. As a Florida BBQ Association- sanctioned event, the festival will feature professional barbeque competitors from a...
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Martin County Clubs & Classes
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Clubs and organizations .A+ Friendship Group: Nondenominational group for age 50 and older, meets Mondays and Fridays, (except holidays), from 6:30-9 p.m. for cards and games. Snacks are provided, with a $1 donation accepted. Meeting place is at the Vince Bocchino Community Center at Langford Park, 2369 N.E. Dixie Highway, Jensen Beach. For more ...
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Martin County Connection
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Here are some ways for Martin County residents to get involved in the community. Volunteer, take a class or make a donation to a good cause. Volunteer at Molly's House Molly's House is looking for volunteers to work at the front desk, answer phones, check guests in or out and greet guests. For more information visit www.mollyshouse.org or call (...
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Martin County Community News
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Free classes Free Zumba classes, 7 a.m. every Saturday at the Hobe Sound Beach, 25 yards south of gurad station. All levels welcome. Bring water, donations welcome. Free lunch Global heart provides free lunch and live music in Langford Park every first Sunday of every month at 12:30 p.m. For more information, visit globalheartfl.com or call (77...
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Shelter begins adoption promotion
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast kicked off its "priceless promotion" June 18. Qualified adopters will be able to name their price to adopt a dog or cat of their choice. The normal adoption fee is $100 for dogs and $50 for cats. "Shelters throughout the country are experiencing a decrease in adoptions due...
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Kiwanis receives award
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - The Kiwanis Club of Stuart is the first-place recipient of a state award for its participation in the Young Children: Priority One community service program to benefit several children's programs. The club received the recognition from Kiwanis Orange Division Lt. Gov. Michael Farley, who announced the local honor...
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Martin County Library Notes
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The following programs are available through the Martin County Library System. . Meeting rooms available at libraries The Martin County Library System offers a wide variety of meeting room spaces. Groups of virtually any size can be accommodated at any of the six Martin County locations. . Children's story times are offered at all of the Mart...
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Obituaries
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Edwin Lee Beckford Edwin Lee Beckford, 43, of Jensen Beach, died May 31, 2010. He was born in Washington, D.C. He is survived by his parents, Leroy and Donna; three brothers, Randle, Denny and Dustin; a sister, Terri and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements by All County Funeral Home & Crematory Treasure Coast Chapel. Walter J. Nartowt Walter ...
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Pizzeria supports worthy causes
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For Hometown news M ARTIN COUNTY - Matt Fraraccio, owner of Big Slice Pizza, delivered pizzas to Martin County High School's Project Graduation. This year, Project Graduation marked its 14th year of providing an all-night, alcohol and drug-free party exclusively for graduating seniors. Mr. Fraraccio showed support for the night by providing pizza...
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Organization holds annual meeting
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - The American Red Cross Martin County chapter recognized individuals, volunteers, businesses and corporate sponsors during its 84th annual meeting. The meeting also featured election of officers for the board of directors. The Martin County School District was honored for raising more than $10,000 for disaster rel...
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Martin County Religion Notes
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Aldersgate United Methodist Church .Children's Sunday School starts at 10:30 a.m. Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 5200 S.W. Martin Highway, Palm City. Call (772) 288-4502. Global Heart Spiritual Center Come every Sunday for meditation starting at 10 a.m. followed by celebration at 10:30 a.m. Langford Park 2151 N.E. Dixie Highway, Jensen Be...
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Hospital, foundation providing scholarships
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - Martin Memorial Health Systems and the Sailfish Point Foundation are teaming up to help nursing students earn their degrees. Through a donation from the Sailfish Point Foundation, Martin Memorial will award five $1,000 nursing scholarships this fall to students meeting criteria. To be eligible for a nursing schol...
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District accepting applications for water incentive program
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For Hometown News TREASURE COAST - The South Florida Water Management District is accepting applications to fund water conservation projects through the water savings incentive program in fiscal year 2011. Applications are due to the district by 2:30 p.m. on July 22. WaterSIP provides matching funds of up to $50,000 to public or private water pro...
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Blood donors could get chance to meet famous football player
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For Hometown News FORT PIERCE - One lucky blood donor and a guest will have the opportunity to meet and greet Heisman trophy winner and former University of Florida football star Tim Tebow. As part of Florida's Blood Centers and the Van Duzer Foundation's "All American" blood drive, all registered blood donors at any Florida's Blood Centers branc...
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