The Event: Save the Chimps Annual Chimpathon When: February 17, 2024 Where: Save the Chimps, Fort Pierce  Photos: Bob Joy The post Hot Shots: Save the Chimps Annual Chimpathon appeared first on Stuart Magazine ..read more

Photo by Michael J. Tougias Hobe Sound resident Michael J. Tougias met Adam Gamble on a fishing boat in 1999, and the two men became fast friends. Both published writers—Tougias is the author of The Finest Hours, which was made into a Disney movie starring Chris Pine and Casey Affleck in 2016, and Gamble wrote many of the Good Night children’s books—the best buds decided to pen a new book together about their friendship journey that developed through a shared love of fishing. The Power of Positive Fishing: A Story of Friendship and the Quest for Happiness “It’s a story of overcoming obstacles ..read more

The Event: Martin County Open Studio Tour Preview  When: February 15, 2024 Where: Elliott Museum, Stuart Photos: Liz McKinley The post Hot Shots: Martin County Open Studio Tour Preview  appeared first on Stuart Magazine ..read more

Brazilian jujitsu instructor Joe Scarola of Gracie Barra. Photo courtesy of Joe Scarola More than 200 styles of martial arts—ranging from slow and graceful tai chi to high-intensity kung fu—are practiced by those looking to challenge their mind, body, and soul. Finding their origins mostly in ancient East Asian codes of combat and competition, martial arts have evolved over time to reflect the culture of regions across the globe. In our area, there are many local outlets offering practices that can help you achieve your wellness goals, both physical and mental. Learn a bit about three such dis ..read more

Tyler Cameron is back home for good, growing a local business, renovating a new home in Hobe Sound, and starring in his own TV show filmed his hometown of Jupiter. Photo by Scott Teitler Tyler Cameron is carefully navigating his way around paint cans, power tools, boxes, and myriad other construction hazards, leading his visitors (us) on a tour of his new home. It’s March, and 31-year-old Cameron is in the midst of a total renovation of the Hobe Sound property he purchased last May. He greets us looking like an average dude—lived-in jeans, a tee, a happy dog (Harley) bounding out the front doo ..read more

The 2022 Kinney Art Contest High School third place winner. Photo courtesy of RDK Melanoma Foundation The Richard David Kann (RDK) Melanoma Foundation is welcoming Florida students to spread sun safety and skin care awareness through its annual Kinney Art Contest. This is the first year that the foundation has opened submissions to elementary, middle, and high school students across the state. First, second, and third place cash prizes will be awarded in each grade level. Both students and teachers from all 67 Florida counties can win big while spreading the message of sun safety. More than $1 ..read more

The Hand You’re Dealt by Hollyn Lewis of South Fork High School won “Best of Show” in 2023. Photo courtesy of MartinArts MartinArts will showcase the talents of Martin County high school students with the unveiling of the thirty-eighth annual “Marvin S. Cone Annual High School Juried Art Show,” on view April 30 through June 22. Art teachers at Martin County High School, Jensen Beach High School, South Fork High School, The Pine School, and Clark Advanced Learning Center selected each piece of artwork for entry. Upon selection for the juried show, students have the opportunity to earn cash awar ..read more

Martin Artisans Guild will unveil “Tropical Temptations,” on view in the Palm Room Gallery beginning May 1. Photo courtesy of Martin Artisans Guild The Martin Artisans Guild will celebrate warmer days and the forthcoming arrival of summer with the unveiling of “Tropical Temptations,” on view in the Palm Room Gallery May 1 through June 29. The exhibition will kick off with an opening reception on May 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at The Palm Room Art Gallery and Artisans Boutique in Stuart’s Harbour Bay Plaza. The opening reception will feature live music, cash bar, and passed appetizers. The guild w ..read more

Happy hour at Casa Caña is a vibe with half-off sushi rolls and special items like tasty empanadas. Photo by Alissa DragunCasa Caña 377 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta The Scene: a charming local spot with great service and an Instagram-worthy retro-chic backdrop When: Tuesday-Saturday, 4-6 p.m.  Specials: sushi rolls, specialty cocktails, top-shelf spirits, wine, and beer are half price (premium spirits not included); happy hour food menu includes half-off sushi rolls, $2 oysters, and discounted entrées like the burger and Peruvian boneless half chicken  Our Picks: the Tequesta Roll (cris ..read more

Evening of Excellence sponsors. Photo by Doreen Poreba The Education Foundation of Martin County will host its annual An Evening of Excellence: Bids for Kids gala fundraiser, presented by Morganti, at Harbour Ridge Country Club in Palm City on April 20. The Beauty and The Beast-themed evening will kick off with cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres. Guests will make their way into the clubhouse, walking through a giant rose arch entrance to the Cogsworth ice luge that features the evening’s signature cocktail. During the cocktail reception, sponsored by Hedrick Brothers Construction, guests wil ..read more