This week on In Focus, we are joined by Christine Mulrooney and Holly Carey of the Woman's Club of Stuart. Together, we walk through the group's rich history and connection to the community, the ways the group connects and empowers women, and their vast tapestry of programs and initiatives which encompass a broad range of focus areas. Join them on Dec. 7 for their annual Holiday Home Tour, and experience the creative festivity of Martin County residents.

This week on In Focus, we are joined by Christina McIntosh of the Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast. Together, we talk about the museum's deep history, how it connects kids with their families in a meaningful and educational way, and how they continue to grow. We also discuss their ongoing Festival of Giving event, which funnels support into the Treasure Coast's many non-profits.

This week on In Focus, we sit down with Tania Ortega-Cowan of Vero Beach Opera. She walks through the highlights of the upcoming 2026 season, and shares with us how they scout for their talent within our community. Join us as we discuss the importance of art, why even skeptics should consider giving opera a try, and how this upcoming season will incorporate the vision of their new director.

This week on In Focus, we are joined by the folks of the Fort Pierce Art Club to learn about the club's rich history on the Treasure Coast, how they bring the community together with art, and more. Join them for their Magnificent Miniature Masterpieces event on Nov. 7 and Nov. 8 to see unique 3x3 inch canvas paintings made by local talent!

Joining us this week on In Focus is Ken Grudens and Melissa DePriest of the Indian River Land Trust. With a storied history in land conservation, the group shares with us the rigorous process they have for protecting the lagoon and surrounding lands, and how those lands are utilized by the public. They also discuss their upcoming living classroom project, which is set to define environmental education in the Treasure Coast. Their benefit event is slated for Nov. 6.

Today on In Focus, we speak with Gabby McHenry of FAU Harbor Branch, a research hub here on the Treasure Coast. The Harbor Branch is more than people in lab coats, though, its a community outreach organization dedicated to connecting locals with the amazing ecosystems which surround them. Gabby shares with us the many ways they go about doing that, including their upcoming Lagoon Science Festival, slated for Oct. 25.

This week on In Focus, we are joined by Jennifer Fox of Safe Space, the only domestic abuse center here on the Treasure Coast. She shares with us the magnitude and value of their work, their many programs, and the upcoming Amethyst Gala, slated for Oct. 17. The gala goes a long way in helping Safe Space with their mission.

Today on In Focus, we are joined by Danielle Shalginewicz and Grantly Ricketts of the St. Lucie extension office of UF/IFAS. Together, we talk about the environment, Florida's plants, their programs, and their upcoming Ag-Xtension Fall Festival, slated for Oct. 11 at their campus in Fort Pierce.

Today on In Focus, we are joined by Phil Barnes of Youth Guidance Mentoring Academy. The group dedicates itself to serving young folks in need, by offering an array of programs which set them on the paths for their future. From college prep to trade skills, YGMA will utilize its brand new facility to help usher in the next generation of minds to our workforce.

Today on In Focus, we are joined by Carrie Lester and David Flynt of Thrive IRC, formerly known as the Substance Awareness Council. Thrive is dedicated to helping prevent substance misuse, alongside rehabilitating those who already suffer from it. They have their Freedom 5k fundraiser coming soon, slated for Sept. 27.

Today on In Focus, we are joined by Angela Davis Green of the Economic Opportunities Council and Chrystal Netherton of Graceway Village. We dive a bit into their history, what they do, their upcoming fundraisers, and why it all matters.

Jessica Gosa, Chief Development Officer of Treasure Coast Food Bank, joins us on this week's edition of In Focus. Together, we talk about exciting things on the horizon for the organization dedicated to fighting hunger, including a new facility, Hunger Action Month, and the Outrun Hunger 5k, slated for Sept. 20.