VOL. 27 NO. 2
FEBRUARY 2025
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Taste Of Little Italy Celebrates Their 18th Anniversary At Tradition Square In Port St. Lucie The Treasure Coast’s Largest Italian Festival Where It’s All About Love Valentine’s Day Weekend
Via Productions Inc. proudly announces the return of the Galbani Taste of Little Italy, celebrating its 18th anniversary on February 14 to 16. The cultural festival, known for its Italian ambiance, national Italian American entertainers, and authentic food, will be offering free admission to thank the community for all the years of support. The festival will be in Tradition Square. The Taste of Little Italy is the Treasure Coast’s largest Italian festival and this year’s theme is “It’s All About Love” as we celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend.
Festival hours throughout the weekend are Friday, 4 to 10 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission and parking are free. Now in its 18th year, the Taste of Little Italy presented by Galbani Cheese promises a weekend filled with entertainment, food, family fun, and more served up Italian-style! Each year, the Taste of Little Italy draws three generations of families on the Treasure Galbani Chef Marco
Coast, promising something special for everyone to enjoy and remember as they create memorable moments together that last a lifetime. “We are committed to celebrating our Italian cultures, values, and traditions that are built on the foundation of family. We are grateful for all who came out and celebrated and shared in the love of our heritage,” said Jerry Somma, Co-Founder and Producer of the festival. Cheers to the next 18 years; we will offer The Aperol Spritz Piazza and the Voga Prosecco and Bellini Lounge, a great place to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of The Taste of Little Italy. Experience national and local chefs who come out to the Taste of Little Italy and demonstrate how to cook specialty 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 announces the success of its “Starry Night – Black & White Gala,” held on November 16 at Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club. The event dazzled attendees and raised an incredible $110,000 to support the museum’s mission of inspiring and educating children in the community. Guests were welcomed with a signature “Shooting Star” cocktail, setting the tone for an elegant and exciting evening. During the cocktail hour, attendees enjoyed live music by Harold Seay while exploring an array of enticing silent auction items.
The night reached new heights with an “out-of-thisworld” dinner, followed by a thrilling live auction. Highlighted items included: • A 7-night Greek cruise donated by Cruise Planners • A stunning blue topaz bracelet from Colorado Pawn & Jewelry • Stays at the Atitlan Oasis Eco Hotel & Spa on Lake Atitlan, Guatemala • Exquisite Wine Pairing Dinners for 12, courtesy of OOO La La Life
The celebration continued with high-energy dancing to the music of the Street Talk Band, bringing the evening to a memorable close. Special thanks go to our Presenting Sponsors, Marsha and Michael Cetta, and to all the generous sponsors and attendees whose contributions made this event a phenomenal success. Proceeds from the gala will fund the purchase of a mobile planetarium, which will travel to schools Children’s Museum on page 4
Treasure Coast Hospice Foundation Recognizes 2024 Thanks For Giving Honorees Philanthropist Marlene K. Filer And Ken Feiertag/ Feiertag Financial Group Of Janney Montgomery Scott LLC Honored For Their Distinguished Service The Treasure Coast Hospice Foundation presented its 2024 Thanks for Giving Awards to two honorees during the Jingle
and Mingle reception held in December at The Mayes Center in Stuart. Philanthropist Marlene K. Filer and Ken Feiertag/ Feiertag, Financial Group of Janney Montgomery Scott LLC, were honored for their commitment to the Treasure Coast Hospice (TCH) mission and distinguished service to philanthropy through time, talent and treasure. “Thanks for Giving celebrates the extraordinary contributions of our honorees and how their generous support ensures quality end-of-life care for those we serve,” said TCH CEO Jackie Kendrick, CHPCA. “We are grateful 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 Marlene K. Filer has been a fervent supporter of TCH’s Little Treasures Pediatric Palliative Care Program since its inception in 2014. Under her direction as co-founder
Thanks for Giving Honoree Ken Feiertag with TCH CEO Jackie Kendrick, CHPCA and president of the nonprofit Celebrities Fore Kids (CFK), Filer has facilitated more than $93,000 in funding for Little Treasures. Her generous support has provided much-needed Hospice Foundation on page 5