PINE ISLAND
GARDEN CLUB
YEAR BOOK
2022 - 2023
Cover
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Inside Front Cover
Pine Island Garden Club Community Contributions
Beacon of Hope
Calusa Land Trust & Nature Preserve of Pine Island, Inc.
CROW Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife
SJCCA & Kiwanis Park
Pine Island Elementary School
Outreach Pine Island Food Pantry
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Pine Island Garden Club Community Garden Projects
Museum of the Island Phillips Park
Bokeelia Post Office
Beacon of Hope
SJCCA & Kiwanis Park
Pine Island Elementary School
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Table of Contents
Executive Officers......................................................2
General Information..................................................3
Membership Expectations........................................4
By-Laws.................................................................5-10
Membership Directory.......................................11-25
Committees.........................................................27-29
Tea Committees..................................................30-31
Past Presidents.........................................................32
Annual Garden Gala.................................................33
Gala History and Photos..........................................33
Programs...................................................................34
Field Trips.................................................................35
Dates to Remember.................................................36
Useful Numbers........................................................37
Philanthropic Projects.............................Back Cover
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2022—2023 Officers
President...............................................Marty Kendall
First Vice President..............................Liz Duchaine
Second Vice President........................... Beth Smith
Assistant 2nd Vice President..............John Kendall
Recording Secretary............................Carol Mullin
Assistant Recording Secretary............Cheryl King
Corresponding Secretary..........Darlene Widirstky
Treasurer..............................................Barb Riordan
Assistant Treasurer........................Joan Rosenberg
Ways & Means........Susan Johnson & Joyce Bieber
Membership.............................................Alice Trant
Parliamentarian........................Kathleen Hecksher
Historian.Darlene Widirstky & Margaret Bergsten
Publicity.................................................John Kendall
Digital & Social Media...................Victoria Krouch
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General Information
Club Purpose
The purpose of this club is to aid in the protection and conservation of natural resources, encourage civic beauty and roadside beautification, stimulate the study of the fine art of gardening, and cooperate with other agencies in furthering the interests of horticulture and conservation.
Location
Meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month, except June, July, August and December at Fishers of Men Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10360 Stringfellow Road. 9:00 am Social; 9:30 am Meeting.
Membership
Dues are $25.00 per year for individuals and $45.00 for a couple. Dues need to be paid by the end of MAY. First time guests are welcomed without charge; a second attendance at a charge of $5.00. Further attendance will require membership in the club and the second attendance fee will be credited towards the membership dues.
The Pine Island Garden Club is a working club and each member is expected to serve on a Refreshment Committee and a Standing Committee.
Members—Please bring your own coffee cup to meetings for refreshments. This follows our philosophy of doing our part to protect our environment from unnecessary waste.
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Membership Expectations
The Pine Island Garden Club is a working garden and service organization. Because we all want our programs and projects to be successful, there are general expectations of each member.
These expectations include:
1. Pay annual membership dues. Dues must be paid by end of MAY.
2. Serve as an active member on one standing committee.
3. Serve on one Tea Committee.
In addition, there are specific expectations for the annual Garden Gala, our only fundraiser.
These are:
4. Donate:
A: One or more healthy potted plants for the plant table,
B: Baked goods for the bake sale table.
5. Work a two hour shift the day of the Gala, or work two hours prior to the Gala assisting with the preparation activities.
6. Solicit donations from sponsors; or purchase a $20/25 gift card to a local establishment.
Cover Photo:
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Pine Island Garden Club
By-laws
Revised 1979, 1987, 2000, 2002, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2020 and 2022
Article 1 - Name
The name of this club shall be Pine Island Garden Club. This club was organized April 23, 1975. Installing officer was Mrs. Robert Stewart of the Caloosahatchee Garden Club.
Article II - Purpose
The purpose of the club shall be to aid in the protection and conservation of our natural resources, encourage civic beauty and roadside beautification, promote the fine art of gardening, and cooperate with other agencies to further the interests of horticulture and conservation.
Article III - Membership
The membership shall not be less than (15) and shall be made up of residents of Greater Pine Island and its environs. There shall be three classes of membership. A person shall be admitted to regular membership upon payment of dues. Upon a person’s membership exceeding twenty years they shall become a Life Member and be exempt from payment of dues. Upon decision by the officers of the club a person may be awarded Honorary Membership recognizing their continued special contributions to the club or the world of horticulture. Such membership is exempt from dues.
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Article IV - Officers and Their Duties
Section 1
The officers of this club shall be President, First Vice President. 2nd Vice President, Assistant to 2nd Vice President, Recording Secretary, Assistant Recording Secretary, Correspondence Secretary, Treasurer, Assistant Treasurer, Membership Secretary, Parliamentarian, Historian, Chairperson of Ways & Means, and Publicity Chairperson. At the January meeting of each even-numbered year, a slate of officers will be presented by the Nominating Committee and nominations will be accepted from the floor. Voting will take place in March. Installation of officers will take place in April. Officers will take over their positions at the end of the May meeting.
Section 2
It shall be the duty of the President to preside at all meetings of the club and at the meetings of executive officers as listed in the year book. The President is an ex-officio member of all committees except the nominating committee. The President shall be the official representative of the club at all meetings where a representative is required, with an alternate to be appointed by the President when necessary. Further, at the September meeting each year, the President or Treasurer shall submit a budget for the approval of not less than two-thirds of the members present at the meeting.
Section 3
It shall be the duty of the First Vice President to preside at all meetings in the absence of the President, and to act as Program Committee chairperson, being responsible for programs or activities for each membership meeting.
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Section 4
It shall be the duty of the Second Vice President to act as chairperson of the Gala. The Assistant to the Second Vice President shall assist the Second Vice President in the organization of the Gala.
Section 4a
The office of Gala Consultant shall be filled by the previous Second Vice President and shall assist in the planning and organization of the Gala utilizing their previous Gala experience.
Section 5
It shall be the duty of the Recording Secretary to record and preserve the minutes of all meetings. These minutes shall be the property of the club. A section of this Minute Book shall contain a typewritten copy of the by-laws. The Assistant Recording Secretary shall fulfill the duties of the Recording Secretary when required. The Assistant Recording Secretary shall chair the Nominating/Assignment Committee.
Section 6
It shall be the duty of the Corresponding Secretary to handle all correspondence pertaining to the club.
Section 7
The duty of the Treasurer is to receive, make and record all receipts and disbursements of money as approved by the club and present a report at each business meeting. The Treasurer shall also prepare and file all club financial statements, annual budget and tax returns. The Assistant Treasurer shall fulfill the duties of the Treasurer when required.
Section 8
The Membership Secretary shall keep records of active members, including addresses, collect annual dues and order name tags.
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Section 9
The Chairperson of Ways & Means shall serve as an officer of the club and shall organize fundraisers to benefit the club including the monthly plant raffle but excluding the Gala.
Section 10
The Publicity Chairperson shall serve as an officer of the club and shall write publicity regarding club activities, including meetings and the Gala.
Section 11
The Parliamentarian shall be familiar with Robert’s Rules of Order and attend all meetings.
Section 12
The Historian shall maintain a record of the club’s functions and history.
Section 13
The Digital and Social Media Chairperson shall update and maintain the club’s website and social media presence. This person will also update the annual Yearbook.
Section 14
The President shall appoint replacements for all officer vacancies as they arise, subject to Executive Board approval.
Section 15
Club officers and Honorary Members are excused from serving on the Tea Committee unless called upon.
Article V - Committees
Section 1
The following committees shall be considered as elected Standing Committees:
A. Executive Board shall be composed of the officers of the club with the President acting as chairperson.
B. Nominating/Assignment Committee shall consist of four or more members to be appointed by the President for the upcoming two-year period.
Section 2
The President shall appoint members to special committees not normally covered by standing committees.
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Article VI - Duties of Committees
Section 1
The Executive Board shall have the power to act in the best interest of the Club. This board may meet prior to or after monthly Garden Club meetings as necessary. Members of the Garden Club may take suggestions to any Executive Board meeting but will not be entitled to vote. All proposed expenditures will be brought to the Executive Board for approval. Membership will be informed of actions of the Executive Board at the next meeting. Any board approved expenditure over $500.00 shall be brought before the membership for a vote.
Section 2
The Nominating/Assignment Committee shall, at the January meeting of each even-numbered year, submit a slate of officers for the ensuing two years. This slate will be presented at the January meeting and will include nomination from the floor. The vote for officers will take place at the March meeting and installation will be at the April meeting. Further, the Committee shall continue to serve during the two-year term of office in order to assist the President in filling any vacancies.
Article VII - Rules and Regulations
Rule 1
The fiscal year of the Pine Island Garden Club shall be from July 1 through June 30.
Rule 2
A. Annual dues to the Pine Island Garden Club shall be $25.00.
B. Annual dues for a couple’s membership shall be $45.00.
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Article VII continued
Rule 3: Guests will be welcomed at their first attendance at no charge. Further attendance will require membership in the Club and the second fee of $5.00 will be credited towards the membership fee.
Rule 4: These Pine Island Garden Club By-laws shall be read every year the Executive Board.
Rule 5: Regular monthly meetings will be held on the third Thursday of each month, September through May. This day may be changed a the discretion of the President provided notice is given to the membership.
Article VIII
Section 1: The Rules and Regulations as adopted by this Club shall be considered a part of these By-Laws.
Section 2: Recommendations for changes in the Rules and Regulations shall be made to the Executive Board.
Section 3: The Club follows “Robert’s Rules of Order”.
Article IX - Amendments
The By-Laws may be amended at any regular meeting of the Club by a two-thirds vote of those present.
Article X - Disposition of Assets
In the event of the dissolution of the club, any assets remaining after payment of all outstanding obligations will be donated to the Calusa Land Trust.
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The Membership Directory, pages 11-25, is in the nonpublic "Members" section of PineIslandGardenClub.org. Enter "Members" URL for access. For assistance, please contact Network Administrator by email, click HERE, or call/text (941) 698-5000.
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Pine Island Garden Club Committees
*Committee Chairpersons
Assignment: Assign Club Members to working committees. *Cheryl King, Bonnie Kellen, Marty Kendall, Victoria Krouch, Barb Riordan, Susan Johnson, Alice Trant, Darlene Widirstky
Audit: Provide oversight of the financial reporting process. *John Kendall, Carol Mullin, Linda Gassner, Barbara Hansen
Digital/Social Media: Victoria Krouch, Paul Dinger, Paula Brooks
Field Trips: Arrange trips to interesting botanical sites. *Kathleen Hecksher, Christine Buntin, Marilyn Moore, Candace Pastore, Jeanine Viviano, Mike Viviano, Janine Zinselmeier
Annual Gala: Organize annual fund raising event. See page 29.
Community Garden Projects: *Susan Dahod, Laura White, Darlene Widirstky, Janine Zink, Amy Lynch, Carol Noble, Nancy Reed, Christine Buntin, Kathy Chumley, Marie Bone, Nancy Kennedy, Cheryl King, Tracie Lewis, Patricia Sullivan
Garden Park: Physically maintain Phillips Park grounds. *Kathy Chumley & *Cheryl King, Holly Aldrich, Margaret Bergsten, Marie Bone, Jim Friedlander, Marcia Gobble, Susan Johnson, Nancy Kennedy, Tracie Lewis, Amy Lynch, Nancy Reed, Jan Robertson, Delores Romano, Joan Rosenberg, Maeda Scanlan, Beth Smith, Herb Smith, Mary Stevens, Alice Trant, Kathy Weinberger, Laura White, Rich Zinselmeier
Greeters: Greet members and guests, provide name tags for guests. *Darlene Widirstky, Holly Aldrich, Kay Wickham, Janine Zink, Kristie Zinselmeier, Joan Rosenberg, Nancy Ruedi, Delores Sansone
Holiday Party: Organize annual holiday luncheon. *Bonnie Kellen, Joyce Bieber, Barb Riordan, Susan Schroeder, Alice Trant
Horticulture: Stimulates knowledge and a love of gardening by disseminating horticultural information to member clubs and the general public * Jeanine Viviano, Mike Viviano, Paul Dinger
Membership: Maintain member roster, collect dues, order name tags. *Alice Trant, Melonnie Hartl, Joanne Jarocki, Mary Stevens
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Museum Grounds: Physically maintain the museum grounds. * Michael Adams, Marie Bone, Christina Buntin, Kathy Chumley, Jessica Davis, Jim Friedlander, Melonnie Hartl, Klaus Kment, Tracie Lewis, Sher Lucas, Amy Lynch, Carol Noble, Karen Okeson, Candace Pastore, Nancy Ruedi, Patricia Sullivan, Linda Sierra, Mary Stevens, Lisa Waller, Kathy Weinberger, Kay Wickham, Laura White
Photography: Record events for the historian, take member photos. *Margaret Bergsten, Victoria Krouch, Kristie & Rich Z, Linda Gassner
Plant Therapy: Take plants to visit with shut-ins and area residents in nursing homes. *
September: Delores Sansone
October: Alice Trant
November: Carol Jo Nelson
December: Mike Viviano, Jeanine Viviano
January: Marilyn Hedlund, Sher Lucas
February: Kay Williams, Nancy
March:
April:
May: Beth Smith, Herb Smith
SUMMER: Bonnie Kellen, Alice Trant BOH Beacon Bites Liaison: Barb Riordan
Publicity: Publicize events and activities of the club. *John Kendall, Michael Adams
Refreshments: See monthly listings on page 30.
Speaker Programs: Develops the topics, identifies speakers, and makes arrangements for each program. *Liz Duchaine, Jeff Hayer
Technical Systems: Manage technical services. *John Kendall, Marty Kendall, Cheryl King
Ways and Means: Organize fund raisers including monthly plant raffle. *Susan Johnson, Joyce Bieber
Jeff Hayer, Nancy Kennedy, Katie Lengyel, Carol Jo Nelson, Nancy Reudi
Website, Facebook: Create presence on the Internet. *Victoria Krouch, Paul Dinger, Paula Brooks
Yearbook: Publish an annual book noting members and activities. *Victoria Krouch, Barb Riordan, Joan Rosenberg, Alice Trant, Paula Brooks
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22nd Annual Pine Island Garden Club GARDEN GALA "Art in the Park"
Saturday February 18, 2023
Annual Gala Committees 2023
*Beth Smith
*John Kendall
Organize the annual fund raiser held in the Garden Park:
The following are GALA Standing Committees.
More Volunteers are always needed. *Chairpersons are listed.
Bake Sale & Coffee: Kathy Chumley, Amy Lynch
Plant Table: Kathy Weinberger
Publicity: John Kendall
Photography: Margaret Bergsten, Victoria Krouch
Raffle Wheel: Alice Trant
Silent Auction: Susan Schroeder
Traffic/Parking: Cheryl King
Set Up/Take Down: John Kendall
Water & Soda:
Ways & Means: Susan Johnson
Ask the Expert:
Children’s Table: Susan Dahod, Kathleen Hecksher
Banners/Signs: Liz Duchaine
Relief Team: Marie Bone
Security: Elizabeth Hooper
Master of Ceremony: Herb Smith
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Tea Committee
Monthly co-Chairs are responsible to provide coffee, drinks and snacks for meetings. An outline of duties is in an envelope which is transferred to one of the monthly Chairs. If unable to work assigned month, you are responsible for trading with someone else and notifying monthly chairs of the change. *Denotes monthly Chairs
September 15, 2022
*Alice Trant Liz Duchaine, Marilyn Moore, Maeda Scanlon, Delores Sansone, Susan Schroeder, Janine Zink
October 20, 2022
*Joan Rosenberg Denise Cwalina, Barbara Hansen, Nancy Kennedy, Joyce Lake, Carol Noble, Linda Sierra, Laura White
November 17, 2022
*Susan Johnson Holly Aldrich, Marty Kendall, John Kendall, Barb Riordan, Jeanine Viviano, Mike Viviano, Patricia Sullivan
December 15, 2022 — HOLIDAY PARTY
Misto’s in Cape Coral
*Bonnie Kellen
*Denotes monthly Co-Chairs
(Continued on next page.)
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Tea Committee Continued
January 19, 2023
*Sher Lucas Carol Mullin, Candace Pastore, Nancy Reed, Jan Robertson, Delores Romano, Mary Stevens, Kathy Weinberger, Jim Friedlander, Kristine Zinselmeier, Rich Zinselmeier
February 16, 2023
*Donna Schneider Michael Adams, Melonnie Hartl, Kathleen Hecksher, Marilyn Hedlund, Gary Schneider, Kay Williams
March 16, 2023
*Margaret Bergsten Christina Buntin, Jeff Hayer, Joanne Jarocki, Tracy Lewis, Carol Jo Nelson, Karen Okeson, Nancy Ruedi, Delores Sansone
April 20, 2023
*Joyce Bieber Paul Dinger, Bonnie Kellen, Victoria Krouch, Katie Lengyel, Amy Lynch, Beth Smith, Herb Smith, Paula Brooks
May 18, 2023
*Cheryl King Kathy Chumley, Linda Gassner, Sue Dahod, Marie Bone, Marcia Gobble, Klaus Kment,
*Denotes monthly Co-Chairs
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Past Presidents
1975-77 LaVerne Joyce
1977-79 Marjorie Riley
1979-81 Dorothy Birmingham
1981-83 Grace Cunningham
1983-84 Dorothy Hockenberger
1984-85 Dorothy Birmingham
1985-87 Marion Anundson
1987-88 Frieda Cooper
1989-90 Edna Rosenfield
1991-92 Dorothy Birmingham
1993-94 Naomi Brewer
1995-96 Betty Wells
1997-98 Anna Golden
1999-02 Marjorie VanderKruik
2002-04 Dottie Kernaghan
2004-06 Susanne Quattro
2006-08 Kathleen Soronen
2008-12 Carlene Sharples
2012-Present Marty Kendall
Honorary and Lifetime Members
Stephen Brown
Donna Cook
Dottie Kernaghan
Susanne Quattro
Marjorie VanderKruik
Community Garden Projects
Museum of the Island
Phillips Park
Bokeelia Post Office
Beacon of Hope
SJCCA & Kiwanis Park
Pine Island Elementary School
Charitable Contributions
(See Back Cover)
22nd Annual Pine Island Garden Club GARDEN GALA
"Art in the Park"
Saturday February 18, 2023
Gala Chairperson: Beth Smith
Email: pineislandbeth@gmail.com
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Gala History
In 2001, three Garden Club members got together to brainstorm ways to make money to support Phillips Park improvements and provide funds for other Pine Island Community needs. It was decided to showcase Phillips Park by having an “old town” style festival featuring local nurseries and arts and crafts made by local artists. It was so small that the music came from a boom box stuck up in a tree! It was so successful that that the tradition has continued each year.
Today, we feature local nurseries including those that offer all-native plants, herbs and more. Members start plants from their own gardens so we can have plenty of low-cost plants that are happy in our habitat. It’s a great opportunity to learn from master gardeners and other experts, see local artists’ works, eat scrumptious food, shop for gifts or other treasures for your own yard. Island organizations are there to make you aware of their services as well.
All members participate in some way so come out and support your neighbors!
Gala Photos
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Member Meeting Programs
September 15, 2022
October 20, 2022
November 17, 2022
December 8, 2022
December Holiday Luncheon
January 19, 2023
February 16, 2023
Garden Gala Preparation
February 18, 2023
22nd Annual Pine Island Garden Club GARDEN GALA
"Art In The Park"
Saturday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
at the Garden Park at Pine Island Center
March 16, 2023
April 20, 2023
May 18, 2023
For current activities and updates, visit our website:
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Field Trips
November 9, 2022 KORESHAN PARK GARDEN AND FACILITY TOUR
December 1, 2022 SUNDANCE ORCHIDS GARDEN TOUR, South Fort Myers
Jananuary 26, 2023 PEACE RIVER SCULPTURE AND BOTANICAL GARDENS TOUR
Punta Gorda, Peace River Area
March 30, 2023 SELBY GARDENS TOUR IN SARASOTA
Dates To Remember
September 15, 2022 Member Meeting & Board Meeting
October 20, 2022 Member Meeting
November 17, 2022 Member Meeting
December 8, 2022 December Holiday Luncheon
January 19, 2023 Member Meeting & Board Meeting
February 15, 2023 Member Meeting
February 18, 2023 GARDEN GALA "Art In The Park"
Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Garden Park at Pine Island Center
March 16, 2023 Member Meeting
April 20, 2023 Member Meeting
May 18, 2023 Member Meeting & Board Meeting
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Useful Numbers
Calusa Land Trust
Robert Ballard, President (239) 770-0070
Ed Chapin, Land Steward (239) 218-7531
Conservation 20/20 (239) 533-7275
C.R.O.W. (Rehab Injured Wildlife) (239) 472-3644
FEMA (800) 621-3362
Florida Native Plant Society (321) 271-6702
Coccoloba Chapter (239) 273-8945
Lee County Solid Waste (239) 533-8000
Mosquito Control
Or www.lcmcd.com (239) 694-2174
Mangrove Cutting (DEP) (239) 344-5600
Pine Island Feed & Garden Center (239) 558-5042
Pine Island Tropicals (239) 283-4874
University of Florida Extension Service
Plant & Insect Diagnostic Clinic (239) 533-7504
Florida Yards and Neighborhoods (239) 533-7513
Stephen Brown (239) 533-7513
Vacant Lot Mowing (239) 533-8895
Waste Pro
Schedule pick-up of large items (239) 337-0800
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Inside Back Cover
Pine Island Garden Club
Community Garden Projects
Museum of the Island
Phillips Park
Bokeelia Post Office
Beacon of Hope
SJCCA & Kiwanis Park
Pine Island Elementary School
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Outside Back Cover
Pine Island Garden Club
Community Contributions
Beacon of Hope
Calusa Land Trust &
Nature Preserve of Pine Island, Inc.
CROW Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife
SJCCA & Kiwanis Park
Pine Island Elementary Outreach
Pine Island Food Pantry
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E-Mail the President at
president@pineislandgardenclub.org
or call Marty Kendall (239) 283-8175
Send Questions to
info@pineislandgardenclub.org
For Website call (941) 698-5000
internet@pineislandgardenclub.org
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY: For direct online access email internet@pineislandgardenclub.org or call (941) 698-5000.
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