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Vero Beach, FL - Ed. 2010.12.02

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WELCOME!

BOB LIVINGSTON

BOB LIVINGSTON

IS A POSITIVE PERSON!

Meet out first Positive Person for the month of December, Bob Livingston, a volunteer with the American Red Cross. Born in Hewlitt, New York and raised in Merritt, he then graduated from Hostra University. Before moving to Vero Beach with his family in 1977 he worked in personnel and was a volunteer for the fire department. Once in Vero Beach he joined Ed Schlitt Realty as a Broker-Salesman and volunteered with the ambulance squad. In 1999 he joined the American Red Cross as a volunteer and has been active every day since!

Bob has been involved in many things with the American Red Cross from helping after hurricanes and tropical storms to Haiti Repatriation at the Fort Pierce Airport. He is involved in making sure that the vehicle fleet for the Red Cross is always ready and in great shape! He himself is always ready on a moments notice to help with anything at all. He is truly a valuable part of the Red Cross organization. His kindness and compassion are far reaching in the community and the American Red Cross knows just how perfect a fit the title of 'Positive Person' is for Bob Livingston.

50% Off Skate Factory

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We have the perfect FLASH Deal for you with the holidays just around the corner! Today's 50% discount will make the perfect stocking stuffer, gift for kids' friends, or the gift of peace for Mom! Just think... With the kids active and enjoying safe, clean fun, you won't have to listen to the incessant cries asking, 'What can I do now?' Stock up on this deal to ensure peaceful moments in the future too! (Maximum ~ 5 per person) The certificate can be used until next December 31, 2011 and can be purchased until next Monday, December 6th at midnight! Why not pass the word and tell all of your friends? Tweet it, facebook it, or send your carrier pigeon! This deal is a great thing and as with all great things...deserves to be shared! HAPPY SKATING!!!

Certificate valid on admission, skate rentals & concessions!

JINGLE ON INTO DECEMBER WITH FLASH!

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Wow! December ... hmmm...the tip of the month.... keep breathing! With a little planning and help from FLASH we will all survive the busy, fun, exciting, merriment of the holidays! The next 4 issues of FLASH will be packed with ideas, deals, traditions, tips and a sundry of important things you just need to know! We encourage your comments, suggestions and input! PLEASE email us to share a tradition, tip and/or to tell us how you are enjoying FLASH! You can start your gift-giving right now by forwarding FLASH to 5 of your friends! Use the link provided to pass along FLASH and all of the 'Positive Local Information' to all of your holiday family and friends!

HAPPY CHANUKAH TO OUR JEWISH FRIENDS!

DEC. 1 - DEC. 9, 2010

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We enjoyed perusing the website below to familiarize ouselves with the history and traditions of Chanukah. It also has suggestions for celebrations and some wonderful recipes!

http://www.chabad.org/holidays/chanukah/default_cdo/jewish/Hanukkah.htm

LIGHT UP THE NIGHT

Sebastian Chamber of Commerce

Friday, December 3rd

This year is the 22nd annual Light Up the Night which will kick off the holiday season for Sebastian's businesses. This event invites the community to come get some holiday shopping done, enter drawings, receive discounts, and enjoy seeing the businesses all decked out in holiday trimmings. The businesses will be competing in four categories:

Best Traditional - Inside
Best Traditional - Outside
Best Christmas Fantasy - Inside
Best Christmas Fantasy - Outside

You may pick up a list and map of participating businesses at the Sebastian Chamber of Commerce office on Main Street at US 1 on Friday. For more information about the event, call the Sebastian Chamber @ (772) 589-5969.

Saint Edward's 4th and 5th Grade Sweep Duke Talent Search

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Sixty-six percent of Saint Edward's 5th grade and fifty-six percent of the Saint Edward's 4th grade have qualified under the Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP) to take the EXPLORE test. According to the Duke TIP web site, "This eighth-grade exam serves as an optional above-level test for fifth and sixth graders in the talent search. The test results and their explanations give students insights into their academic abilities. Testing also allows students to compare their scores with their own academically advanced peers and with eighth graders."

5TH ANNUAL VERO BEACH BOAT PARADE & TREE LIGHTING
Friday, December 3rd ~ 6-8 p.m.

The City of Vero Beach will host a Boat Parade & Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, December 3 at Royal Palm Pointe. The Tree Lighting Ceremony starts the festivities at 6:00 pm. Boat parade begins in the intracoastal waterway between the bridges and finishes at the Vero Beach City Marina. For more information, go to http://www.miatc.com or call 772-692-7599. Organized by Marine Industries Association of the Treasure Coast, Inc.

WANTED!!

POSITIVE YOUNG ADULTS!

We want to know who and what you know! Help us recognize those who are making a positive impact on our community! Nominate a high school student so we can recognize them in an upcoming issue of FLASH!
Click here to nominate

FLASH'S EDITOR'S CHILDREN LOVED THIS!

'College Exam Care Packages'

Packed with Well Wishes from Many!

Do you have a child or grandchild in college? If not you can still join the fun and create and donate tins for soldiers or children/families less fortunate. Plan this fun cookie exchange with Moms from the recent graduating high school class...or friends. Ask everyone to bring 1-large cookie tin, a small note of well wishes printed and copied enough times for each guest's child, and enough cookies for each child. You will enjoy the company of friends you may not have seen in a while, while you laugh at college stories that are bound to be told! The hostess can have flat rate boxes for everyone on hand and all guests can package prepared tins before they leave. (No tape needed with these boxes!) Stop by the post office on your way home and you are done! Simple fun and one thing checked off the list of things to do! Your child will love the treat from home and the notes are extra special. When I did this...I got notes from some of the kids' favorite teachers that I copied and also included...that was a big hit!! Have FUN!

From: Flash Editor

CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW AT RIVERVIEW PARK

Saturday, Dec. 4th and Sunday, Dec. 5th

9 AM - 3 PM

The Craft Club of Sebastian will have a large two day Christmas Craft Show. Many Christmas crafts will be on display by 65 or more crafters.

For more information, contact Karen Lampiasi at 772-388-5244

Email Us ~ Verobeachflash@gmail.com

FREE HOUSECLEANING HELP FOR CANCER PATIENTS

If you know any woman currently undergoing chemotherapy, please pass the word to her that there is a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning - once per month for 4 months while she is in treatment. All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor fax a note confirming the treatment. Cleaning for a Reason will have a participating maid service in her zip code area arrange for the service. This organization serves the entire USA and currently has 547 partners to help these women. Be a blessing to someone and pass this information along. For more information or to make a worthy donation to this organization, go to www.cleaningforareason.org

CHRISTMAS FOR THE FAMILY

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HALLSTROM FARMSTEAD

Bring the children this Saturday, December 4, for a special family outing at the historic Hallstrom Farmstead presented by the Indian River County Historical Society. Enjoy light refreshments, family activities and a look back at Vero's history from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. This wonderful old house was built in 1918 and is on the National Registry for Historic Places. IRCHS members receive discounted prices. Call for information and prices: (772) 778-3435.

AS THE PACE PICKS UP DURING THE HOLIDAYS....

DON'T FORGET TO DO A GOOD DEED! HERE ARE 21 IDEAS!

one good deed 1) Let Flash cast your vote for Habitat for Humanity!!

Together we will move Indian River Habitat into first

place so that they can win $25,000! CLICK HERE

to allow us to vote for you every day up until Jan. 31st.

2) Invite an elderly neighbor to dinner, or offer to bring

him or her a home-cooked meal.

3) Rescue a dog, cat or other animal from one of our local

him or her a home-cooked meal. shelters.

4) Bring flowers to a friend who's been feeling down.

5) Join a group whose mission you believe in and donate your most valuable resource - time!

6) Write a letter to your representative in Congress about an issue that is important to

you.
7) Donate 'once in a lifetime' clothing, such as bridesmaid dresses, prom dresses or

even bridal gowns. Many people can't afford new formalwear...and it is nice to share

8) Remember all of our wonderful local charities during your gift-giving! Even the

smallest contributions add up when many join together.

9) Send a Christmas Card or Hanukah Card to a member of the armed forces who is

currently stationed overseas! Click this link to find out how.

10) Mentor a child! Help a child with reading, tutor kids in math or other schoolwork or

just spend time with a needy child. It can make all the difference in the world!

11) Offer the gift of baby sitting! Give busy parents you know a break by offering to

watch their kids for an afternoon or evening.

12) Participate in a local walk or run for charity! You'll be helping a good cause while

helping yourself stay fit!

13) Leave a larger than expected tip!

14) Do the simple things... Hold the door for someone, let a driver into your lane, share

a smile, let someone with fewer items go before you at the grocery store, drop some

change into the salvation army can AND thank the 'ringer' for donating his time,

buy lemonade from the child on the side of the road... you got the idea!

15) Reconnect with an old friend and tell them something that they did for you that you

will always remember! This is so much easier with facebook.

16) Do something anonymously!

17) Call a local charity to see if they could use your volunteer services in the office for

a couple of hours.

18) Get in touch with a teacher from your past (or one of your children's teachers) to let

them know how much he or she meant to you or your child!

19) Stop by the local fire dept. or police dept. with a tin of cookies and thank them for

their service.

20) Volunteer at a soup kitchen or church shelter.

21) Practice random acts of kindness every day!

15th ANNUAL DOLPHIN DASH 5K RUN/1 MILE WALK
To Benefit Gifford Middle School Band
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The 15^th Annual Dolphin Dash 5K Run/1 mile walk will be held on Saturday, December 4 at South Beach (7:30am start time). On site registration will cost $25 and will start at 6:30am on race day. Entertainment will be provided by the Gifford Middle School Jazz Band! All proceeds benefit the Gifford Middle School Band. The registration form can be downloaded at GMSBand.com

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1555 US Highway 1, Ste. 103 / (772)562-3826

SEBASTIAN HOLIDAY PARADE

Saturday, December 4, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.

The City of Sebastian, with assistance from the Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce, the Sebastian Property Owners Association, and the Senior and Junior Woman's Club of Sebastian are organizing the Annual Sebastian Holiday Parade.

The parade will begin at the Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce building, travel down Indian River Drive to Riverview Park, and deliver Santa to his beautifully decorated home, where children in the area may visit with him and share their holiday wishes. Call 772-589-5969 for information.

SAFE CYBER SHOPPING!

We've told you about this before in FLASH, but since many of you will be shopping online, it is worth repeating. When you enter any credit card info, make sure that https appears on the address bar at check-out. That little 's' at the end means the site is secure and it is safe to proceed. If it's not there, don't continue. NOTE: Recently a friend received an "important notice" from her credit card company. The website looked authentic, but it requested her social security number, presumably to identify herself. A phone call to the card's customer service verified that they never ask for more than the last four digits. Apparently a 'hacker' had simply done a 'copy/paste' on the real website. Be careful out there in Cyberspace!

THE LOST 'LUCY' CHRISTMAS EPISODE

If you 'love Lucy' like we 'love Lucy', you'll love this Christmas episode which aired only one time. It was never put into syndication and remained on the shelf for many years. It became known as the "lost episode." Here is a 4 minute clip as explained by Rona Barrett. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nwn9A-1dhMU

Vero Beach Art Club's Art Trail Tour

Saturday, December 4th from 10 am - 4 pm

This popular event is a tour of ten artist's studios/homes. Artists range from sculptors, jewelers, potters, painters, fiber artists and photographers plus more. You will hear the artists tell about their personally unique techniques. You can proceed through the tour at your own pace. Light refreshments will be served at each stop. You may just find that perfect one-of-a-kind gift for a special person. Tickets to this event are also a great pre-holiday present. Please call the Vero Beach Art Club for more details (772-231-0303) or visit the website, www.VeroBeachArtClub.org. Advance Tickets: $20 each and $35 for two. Day of Event: $25 each and $45 for two. All proceeds go to fund the Vero Beach Art Club Scholarships given out each year to deserving high school seniors going on to an art-related course of study.

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS ON SECOND

FESTIVAL & PARADE
Sponsored by TD BANK

Sunday, December 5, 2010

Santa Claus will make his grand entrance when Main Street Fort Pierce hosts the 'Sights and Sounds on Second' Festival and Parade this Sunday. The Festival begins at 1:00 pm. The parade will begin at 4:30 pm and will end at the Indian River Drive Roundabout where the lighting of the City of Fort Pierce's Christmas Tree will take place.

SHARE THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS

WITH YOUTH GUIDANCE CHILDREN

Call to register as a volunteer for the Dec. 5th Christmas Party!

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YG Volunteer Judy with Zekia Kenneth with Mentor Spence

Get in the holiday spirit and celebrate with the children at the Youth Guidance Annual Christmas Party. Over 100 volunteers are needed on Dec. 4th, 10am-12pm, at the Elks Lodge, 1350 26th Street, Vero Beach. Youngsters will enjoy crafts, holiday food and Christmas carols during this celebration. Anyone interested in volunteering, learning more about mentoring, or the Toy Drive may visit www.ircyouth.com or call 772-770-5040 for more information.

EXPAND YOUR WORLD, MENTOR A CHILD - IT'S FUN, FLEXIBLE & FULFILLING!

champion home health care

During this holiday season

let us help care for your family member

The pace is already starting to pick up and there will be much to do in the months ahead. Now is the perfect time to give Champion a call. We can help you during this hectic time by providing assistance to your loved one. Champion has companions to take your loved one shopping, to scheduled doctors appointments or any other assistance you might require. Together we can make the holiday season less stressful for you while creating a meaningful relationship for your loved one. We invite you to visit our website or to call us (772) 257-0442.

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TIP FROM FLASH'S EDITOR

SHOP THE ELC GIFT SHOP THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!

Tis the season to find the perfect gift for the perfect someone! This past weekend the Editor of FLASH needed the perfect gift for a 'His & Her' Bridal Party. On the way to the mall she pulled into the Environmental Learning Center on a tip that their gift shop had great unique gifts! Indeed they do! A folding wicker BBQ set for him and a matching wicker gardening basket and tools for her! Complete with a lighted flashing diamond ring for her gardening gloves! What a pleasant surprise! Check it out for yourself!

Environmental Learning Center | 255 Live Oak Drive | Vero Beach, FL 32963 | Phone: 772.589.5050

pp1 FLASH FASHION TIP OF THE WEEK

FUN is the best way to describe this outfit! If you are looking for an extra layer of spice, this outfit shines! Check out those socks, can anyone say POP? Definitely an eye-catcher for a "cute as a button" expression. Look out fashion!

Holiday Gift Cards to Benefit Local Babies, Children

Tis the season for party going and gift giving! Instead of bringing your host a bottle of wine or a candle, why not consider an investment in a child's early education! Childcare Resources of Indian River is offering gift cards for these occasions. For a suggested donation of only $10.00, gift recipients will receive a card that states a gift has been made in his or her honor to Childcare Resources of Indian River. To purchase cards call (772) 567-3202 or visit 1801 24th Street between the hours of 9 - 5.

HOLIDAY HEALTH TIP

SNOOZE TO LOSE!

It's hard not to gain weight during the holiday season, let alone lose it, - and it's not only because of all of the fattening goodies available! Between work, home, family, and shopping, you may not be getting enough sleep. According to our favorite health guru, Dr. Oz, sleep is an important factor in weight loss. He recommends seven to eight hours of sleep to stabilize your hormone levels. Lack of sleep causes an increase in the hormone Grehlin which causes hunger and fat retention. Try going to bed an hour earlier and see what happens. Your energy level should increase and you might even lose a few pounds!

FREE PET MASSAGE ON FRIDAYS IN DECEMBER

Thera-PAWS Canine Massage is offering \"Free Fridays\" in December, at Highlands Animal Hospital in Sebastian. Make an appointment for a free therapeutic massage for your best 4-legged friend by calling Marie at 772-584-9002, or stop in to Highlands Animal Hospital, 433 Sebastian Blvd. (CR 512) in Sebastian. You can also reach Marie Lumenti via email at therapawscaninemassage@gmail.com.

SAVINGS TIP OF THE WEEK!

FIND MONEY FOR HOLIDAY SHOPPING!

Check out how many 'reward points' you have accumulated on your credit card and use them to buy gift cards online at favorite stores for family and friends. The online websites for these rewards are easy to navigate and there is an abundance of choices including restaurants, stores and movie theaters, or you can even purchase a pre-paid Visa or Mastercard. You can also receive cash, but not as much in 'buying power' as you receive when you apply the points to a gift card. Since FLASH strongly believes in supporting our local merchants, this is a good way to do it. Those gift cards will be spent locally, unlike merchandise that you purchase online.

RECIPE OF THE WEEK

Edible Gifts ~ Make the Perfect Gift!

Gifting home-made holiday goodies is ALWAYS a great gift for the person who has everything! Here are great ideas that both our male and female 'Flashers' will enjoy gifting! If you still have little ones around the house, get them to help! They will love this and you can start building a wonderful family tradition! (click on picture below for the recipe!)

Crockpot Peanut
Clusters

Caramel Almond
Popcorn

Fudge

Smoked Turkey

Bourbon Pecans

Beef Jerky

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MEETING CALENDAR

Regularly Scheduled Meetings

MOAA Ladies Club luncheon and Program, meets on the fourth Friday of the month. Luncheons are open to wives or widows of men who have served in the uniformed branches, or to women who have served. Call Barbara Willey for information, (772) 567-6997.
Fishin' Chicks November's meeting Thursday, Nov. 18 @ 5:45. Beginning January, monthly meeting on last Thursday at 5:45 pm at the Roseland Center, 129 Place off of Roseland Road. Email SebFishinChics@aol.com for more information.
Indian River Bromeliad Society Meets on the first Monday of the month @ 7:00 pm at the Garden Club of Indian River County, 2526 17th Ave, Vero Beach. We have speakers, educational workshops, monthly raffles, member's plants sales, field trips, etc. For more information, call (772) 713-6007 or www.irbromeliadsociety.org
The Exchange Club of Indian River Meets every Wednesday at Culinary Capers, 737 22nd St. and is a 501(c)3 that raises funds for child abuse prevention programs. Contact Andrew Malloy for more information (772) 473-4416
The Indian River Genealogical Society Meets monthly on every second Tuesday, September through May, at 9:30 am in the large first floor conference room of the IRC Main Library, 1600 21 St., Vero Beach. All IRGS general meetings are free and open to the public. For more information check the website www.irgs.com.
Vero Beach Computer Group General Monthly Meeting is at 7-8:30 pm (December's is the last one at the Board of Realtors, it will then return to the Media Room in the Main Library. Special Interest Groups meet in History Room, Main Library; Phone (772) 569-4289; $20 membership, www.verobeach.com/theverobeachcomputergroup; all kinds of computer help and interests.
Indian River Corvette Club Monthly General Membership Meeting at C.J. Cannon's at the Airport, 737 22nd St., Vero Beach at 5:30/dinner and 6:30/meeting on the second Thursday of every month. www.ircorvettes.com.
Vero Beach Christian Business Association Meets 11:30 am on the fourth Thursday of the month (except in November and December when it's the third Thursday due to the holidays) at Carrabba's, 1285 US 1, Vero Beach. Cost is $14 with advance RSVP or $17 at the door. Visit www.vbcba.org for meeting dates, times, and topics.
Vero Beach Orchid Society meets on the 3rd Thursday each month at 7:00 pm at the Garden Club of Indian River County, 2526 17th Ave.; BRING A FRIEND, www.verobeachorchidsociety.org.
Vero Beach Art Club Business meetings held the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm, with a 1/2 hour social that begins at 6:30; Leonhart Auditorium, Vero Beach Museum of Art. Public is invited. A guest artist demonstration, presentation, or toher special feature makes for an enjoyable function. (772) 231-0303. www.verobeachartclub.org.
Taxpayers Association, Indian River County, Inc. A not-for-profit corporation that meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at Joey's Bistro, corner of 20 St. and Indian River Blvd., Vero Beach; Arrive by 11:45 am. Invocation at 12:00 noon. Phone (772) 567-9567 or www.verobeach.com/taxpayers.
Rotary Club of Vero Beach Meets Thursdays at the Quail Valley River Club, 2345 Hwy A1A from 12:00-1:15. www.rotaryclubofverobeach.com.
Treasure Coast Vero Beach Rotary Club Meets Tuesdays from 12:00-1:15 at C.J. Cannons at Vero Beach Airport. Members range in age from 30 to retired and are business professionals and small business owners in our community. We meet to listen to interesting speakers on topics important to our community, to share fellowship with new friends, and to plan projects to serve our local community. Lunches are $15.
Treasure Coast Kiwanis Meets Wednesday mornings at 7:00 am to 8:10 at C.J. Cannon's by the airport. www.verokiwanis.com.
Direct Sales Women's Alliance Networking event once a month at Woody's in Sebastian, 13600 US1 at 6:30 pm. For more information, (772) 633-9914 or email lac321@dswa.org.