February
Beginning Feb. 1, United Way’s IRS-trained volunteers will assist low- to moderate-income residents with their taxes for free - by appointment only - Monday through Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the United Way office, 10 S.E. Central Parkway, Suite 101, Stuart.
Any local taxpayer who received wages or self-employment income and made less than $50,000 qualifies for this program. Last year, 177 low- and moderate income individuals and families took advantage of the program and received $252,000 in tax refunds. Call 772-283-4800 or 561-616-2016 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Friday February 10th-18th
Stop by Building C at the Martin County Fair this year to participate in the Family Fun Corner—Free carnival games, cool giveaways, daily raffles (drawn at 8:30 p.m.), a raffle for an IPAD2 (drawn on 2/18), the Project Northland Poster Contest, awesome special events like Open Mic Night, Video Game Night and much, much more! The fair just got more affordable and MORE FUN!
Saturday February 18th
Mardi Gras Celebration February 17-21, 2012
Crawdaddy’s N’awlins Café & Raw Bar Downtown Jensen Beach 772-225-3444
9:00am
Diane Rexroad Haines will lead a tour of the Tropical Ranch Botanical Gardens emphasizing the rare and unusual plants in the Gardens. The times for the Tours are 10am on Saturday and 1pm on Sunday. The Gardens will be open these two days from 9am to 3pm. What a better way to spend a Saturday and Sunday in the winter than touring a Botanical Garden?
10:00am
Meet the Greyhounds and educational adoption event & party for Greyhounds, their owners, and people who want to learn more aboutht this wonderful breed. To benefit Greyhounds Pets of Amderica/South Florida. At the Fur Seasons Resort for pets 1310 SW Treasure Coast Commerce Way, Stuart,
Sunday February 19th
Mardi Gras Celebration February 17-21, 2012
Crawdaddy’s N’awlins Café & Raw Bar Downtown Jensen Beach 772-225-3444
9:00am
Diane Rexroad Haines will lead a tour of the Tropical Ranch Botanical Gardens emphasizing the rare and unusual plants in the Gardens. The times for the Tours are 10am on Saturday and 1pm on Sunday. The Gardens will be open these two days from 9am to 3pm. What a better way to spend a Saturday and Sunday in the winter than touring a Botanical Garden?
10:00am
Sunday Brunch @ Florida Oceanographic limited to 60 guests this event offers members and their guests to enjoy a delicious brunch prepared by Chef Mark Muller, prior to the opening of the Coastal Center. Guests will participate in a behind the scenes tour of areas typically not available to visitors of the center. Reservations are required 772-225-0505
2:00pm
ANNIE! The FAMILY Musical! At StarStruck Performing Arts Center 2101 S. Kanner Highway, Stuart Bring The Family! Tix: 772.283.7787
8:00pm
ANNIE! The FAMILY Musical! At StarStruck Performing Arts Center 2101 S. Kanner Highway, Stuart Bring The Family! Tix: 772.283.7787
Monday February 20th
Mardi Gras Celebration February 17-21, 2012
Crawdaddy’s N’awlins Café & Raw Bar Downtown Jensen Beach 772-225-3444
7:00pm
Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center's Coastal Lecture Series 2012 at the Blake Library in the John F. Armstong Wing. "Submersed Pants of the Indian River Lagoon: Floristic Inventory and Field Guide" -M. Dennis Hanisak, Ph.D.
Tuesday February 21st
Mardi Gras Celebration February 17-21, 2012
Crawdaddy’s N’awlins Café & Raw Bar Downtown Jensen Beach 772-225-3444
Wednesday February 22nd
10:00am
Capt. Carl Keske will present “BBC History of World War II,” a 10-week series of war documentaries 10:00 a.m. Wednesdays from January 11 through March 14 in the John F. Armstrong Wing of the Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Road, Stuart. Capt. Keske provides commentary for these documentaries, which consist of all new film footage with subtitles and comprehensible narration. A question and answer session will follow each film with a quiz at the end. The programs are free and open to the public.
Thursday February 23rd
10:30am
MODEL ANCHOR SOCIETY Please join us for a new and exciting model club held the last Thursday of every month at 10:30 AM at the museum!!
The Model Anchor Society will further the art, skill, and knowledge of model and ship/boat building.
Through the building of these models we will expand our knowledge of maritime history!
So, if you�re a beginner or an experienced model builder, please come have a cup of coffee with other model builders. You can make some new friends, learn something new, and have a little fun down at the museum! (772) 692-1234 1707 NE Indian River Drive * Jensen Beach
11:45am
YPMC Monthly Quarterly Luncheon & Networking Opportunity at Carson’s Tavern, Stuart from 11:45amm-1:00pm, $15 members $20 non-members, includes lunch Sponsored by Leighton Security More information visit www.ypmc.org
5:45pm
CITY OF STUART PRESENTS EZ COOKING ACADEMY with CHEF DAN Individual classes-$40 each Package Deal-$250 includes all 8 classes in the series and an autographed copy of Chef Dan’s cookbook, EZ College Cooking: Freshman 101.
Please arrive at 5:45pm, classes start promptly at 6:00pm (APPETIZERS- Impress your guests with hits like Candied Bacon, Apple and Gorgonzola Canapes, Fig and Blue Cheese Tarts and Spinach Dip Crisps.) FOR INFORMATION CONTACT JEFF MONTPETIT
PHONE:772-288-5340 EMAIL: JMONTPETIT@CI.STUART.FL.US
Friday February 24th
10:00am
BINGO at St. Lukes Episcopal Church Port Salerno, join us in the Parish Hall for a lot of fun and fellowship! Various types of bingo games and lunch available for a small fee and your day will be a full one!
Saturday February 25th
5:00pm
Have a Heart Dinner and Dancing Event to benefit 4Cs (caring children, clothing children) on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 5:00 P.M. at Sandhill Cove Retirement Living. Enjoy Filet Mignon with Scallop St. Jacques, live entertainment and a silent auction. Reservations must be made by February 17, 2012 at Sandhill Cove, 772-220-1090 and tickets are $60.00 per person. In the past year 4Cs has provided clothing to almost 5,000 children in Martin County. They work with over 60 Social Service Agencies throughout Martin County and provide clothing, books and tutoring services from infancy through high school.
Sunday February 26th
1:00pm
An Afternoon with Richard Louv” Book Signing and Private Reception, Benefitting the Treasured Lands Foundation at The Charles and Rae Kane Center; 900 SE Salerno Rd Stuart from 1pm-4pm Tickets: $150 VIP - $25 General Admission for More information please call 772.647-9076 / www.treasuredlands.org / contact@treasuredlands.org
Monday February 27th
11:30am
Bestselling Authors Steve Berry and James Rollins
Share the Stage at Friends of Blake Library’s
9th Annual Author Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.at Willoughby Golf Club, 3001 SE Doubleton Drive in Stuart. For more information, contact the Friends office at (772) 692-5282.
Wednesday February 29th
10:00am
Capt. Carl Keske will present “BBC History of World War II,” a 10-week series of war documentaries 10:00 a.m. Wednesdays from January 11 through March 14 in the John F. Armstrong Wing of the Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Road, Stuart. Capt. Keske provides commentary for these documentaries, which consist of all new film footage with subtitles and comprehensible narration. A question and answer session will follow each film with a quiz at the end. The programs are free and open to the public.
6:00pm
Taking the Leap this Leap Year...Into Marriage...
Weddings 411 is a hands on guided instructional seminar hosted by Cindy Morley, Professional Bridal Consultant with 25 years in the business..
2/29/2012 Leap Year Night 6-9pm along with a variety of on site vendors to "Ask the Experts"..
Workbook topics cover budget-behind the scenes-trends-what to ask the vendors-set up-break down-Q&A Brides $20 Guests $10 includes food & cake sampling-welcome signature cocktail-chocolate foutain...Partial Proceeds being donated back to Project Pink Inc. Pre-Regustration is required by calling Cindy Morley 772-349-1989 or email eventfull1@aol.com
