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Uriel Natero, a classical pianist who has performed for royalty with rock stars worldwide, resides in Port St. Lucie while working on a rock opera. KERRY FIRTH

The PIANIST

Uriel Natero is a world-class pianist currently residing in Port St. Lucie. He spent most of his illustrious career in Europe, headlining venues in Switzerland, Sweden, Italy, France, Germany, Austria and Monte Carlo.

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Glenn Camelio, executive director of the Humane Society of St. Lucie County, visits 6-year-old Sparky daily. Sparky is currently up for adoption at the society’s shelter in Port St. Lucie. Camelio said two new buildings will soon go up on the site, thanks to the generosity of donors and others who contribute in myriad ways to the Humane Society of St. Lucie County. WHITNEY JOSEPH

The PERENNIAL VOLUNTEER

It is only natural that Glenn Camelio has spent the last two years as executive director of the Humane Society of St. Lucie County. Giving back to the community has been a guiding principle since he was a child.

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Ritual hand washing is one part of Rabbi Shafir Lobb’s preparation for leading a Friday evening sabbath service. ANTHONY INSWASTY

THE RABBI

Port St. Lucie’s Shafir Lobb has been a woman with many identities. But while she’s changed her name, her address and her career multiple times, her rich life has made her the person she knew she was meant to be: Rabbi Shafir.

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Although some aspects of the media are constantly transitioning, Thomas Waterman is clear about two things: Radio is here to stay, and he intends to be part of it. ANTHONY INSWASTY

THE BROADCASTING VETERAN

Thomas Waterman’s radio career spans four decades but chances are not many people have heard of him. Not by that name, anyway. Waterman got his start listening to WNBC as a boy in New York. Born in Brooklyn, he and his family moved to Long Island.

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Joette Giorgis, who doesn’t let a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease define her, finds and teaches ways to cope through music. ANTHONY INSWASTY PHOTOS

THE CLASSICAL GUITARIST

Joette Giorgis was introduced to music in the fourth grade, learning to play trumpet, then piano. At 15, she bought her first guitar and is proficient at guitar and ukelele. A professional musician who plays at local events and teaches others, she says that music has become the primary focus in her life. “I see my guitar as a friend, and I don’t go anywhere without it.”

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