Author: <span>Michelle Moore</span>

A painted bunting, one of the most colorful birds on the Treasure Coast, makes an approach to a backyard feeder. JOHN NELSON

Birds to see in spring on the Treasure Coast

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:March 9, 2020
Post category:Uncategorized

It’s one activity that you can enjoy even if you’re 'winging it'

Real life

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:March 9, 2020
Post category:Arts of the Treasure Coast

From portraitist to social observer, artist paints what she sees

Julie Alexander took over Florida Classics Library in Hobe Sound from her uncle Val Martin last year. The company specializes in books related to Florida and the Treasure Coast. Martin focused mostly on bulk sales through the mail while Alexander has repositioned Florida Classics Library more as a retail business and expanded the offerings. GREGORY ENNS PHOTOS

Florida Classics bookseller remains all in the family

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:March 9, 2020
Post category:Entertainment Volumes

Founder’s niece takes over store, rolls out new business plan

Originally from Coney Island, N.Y., Arlo Guthrie relaxes in his Sebastian home before heading out on the road for his 2020 tour. The troubadour has played thousands of shows in his 50-year career. GREG GARDNER

Arlo’s legacy

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:March 6, 2020
Post category:Music Treasure Coast Personalities

After 50 years, American folk singer is still touring ‘our land’

The large living room of Arlo Guthrie’s Sebastian waterfront home has spectacular views of the Indian River and Sebastian Inlet.

Singer’s haven

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:March 6, 2020
Post category:Homes of the Treasure Coast

Arlo Guthrie is putting his beloved Sebastian home up for sale

Holly Brennan and partner, sculptor Ross Power, rebuilt their home in Vero Beach around the interior pool that anchors the house.

Inside out

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:March 6, 2020
Post category:Homes of the Treasure Coast

Designer focuses on blending indoor, outdoor spaces

LaShawnda McNair, a third-grade teacher at J.D. Parker Elementary, prepares her students academically as well as helping them become responsible citizens. DONNA CRARY PHOTOS

The THIRD-GRADE TEACHER

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:March 6, 2020
Post category:Education Treasure Coast Personalities

LaShawnda McNair, a third-grade teacher at J.D. Parker Elementary

Michael Naffziger organizes a sewing class at Indian River Charter High School where his students are crafting costumes for an upcoming production. KERRY FIRTH

The THEATER TEACHER

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:March 6, 2020
Post category:Education Treasure Coast Personalities

Michael Naffziger, theater and technical director for the Schumann School for the Visual and Performing Arts at Indian River Charter High School.

Fort Pierce native Pamela Williams has spent her teaching career working with the students who needed help the most. After decades in St. Lucie County schools, she was selected to head the school district’s Project SEARCH program at Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital in Port St. Lucie. Through this cooperative effort between the hospital and school district, she heads up a four-person team working to train 12 special needs students from the school district on entry-level jobs at the hospital with hopes of employment in their futures. ANTHONY INSWASTY PHOTOS