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Vero Beach, FL - Ed. 2010.12.02

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WELCOME!

Dee Giannotti, was recognized by Youth Guidance in November as their 'Shining Star Volunteer.' Dee is currently serving as the chair of the Board of Directors. Though she has a full-time job she also manages to carve out the necessary time to be a mentor to a child in need. She has been instrumental in taking the lead in many tennis clinics, activities, committees, events and much more! Perhaps Barbara Schlitt Ford, the Executive Director for Youth Guidance put it best. She says that, "

Dee is such a giver. Even though she works a very demanding full time job in the financial arena, she finds time to do volunteer work not only with Youth Guidance but with the American Cancer Society, her Rotary Club, and her church as well. She is always complimentary and enthusiastic about the many projects our organization takes on." Dee is expanding her efforts further and will soon serve as one of Youth Guidance's teen group facilitators. Dee you are greatly appreciated and a pure joy to work! Thank you for all that you do and for consistently being so giving with your time. There is no doubt that you make a big difference and today we are thrilled to be able to spotlight you! THANK YOU!

WE NEED YOUR INPUT!

SPECIAL CHRISTMAS ISSUE NEXT WEEK!

Next Thursday will be our special Christmas issue and we want you to help us compose it. Our plan is to share some of your traditions, recipes and thoughts with all of our Flashers. Does your family look forward to a special Christmas Eve supper? What do you serve on Christmas morning for breakfast? What do you do on Christmas Day? (Did you know it is one of the largest days for movie attendance?) Do you have any special tips for these last days before Christmas? Please send us your "story" as soon as possible. We need to receive it before Monday, Dec 20th. We will assume we may use your name unless you tell us otherwise, but we will not post your e-mail address. Space limitations may require us to do some editing or grouping of similar items, and please no downloads. Click the following link to type and send your post: verobeachflash@gmail.com

10 Days and Counting....Tips For The Season!

Be yourself! Everyone else is taken.... Oscar Wilde
Manage your holiday expectations! - Remember, the reality is that the holidays are like any other day of the year and Like those days they will be filled with ups and downs. We have a tendency to expect the perfect 'Norman Rockwell' picture. This is one of those rare situations where lowering your standards and expectations can result in greater and more rewarding returns! Relax and enjoy!
Be mindful of what you are saying 'no' to when you say 'yes'!
Take time to drive around one night and look at Christmas lights. Put in the Christmas CD and enjoy a family sing-along. Invite an elderly person to join you!
Practice Mindful Eating. Look at the post in this issue and make wise choices.
Take the time to start a family tradition - We will feature several traditions of our FLASH subscribers in next week's issue. (Remember...it's never too late to start a tradition!)
Send a card or make a phone call to someone that you have not spoken to in a while, but who has impacted your life! Letting someone know what they mean to you is the best gift of all!
Don't regress at family gatherings. You are no longer 8 and your sibling 12. Let bygones be bygones and decide to begin a new this year! :)
Put two things on your list of things to read with the family. One, The Night Before Christmas and the second, The story of the birth of Jesus!!
Never lose focus of the true meaning of Christmas. Keeping our mind on that, we will all end up feeling truly blessed and never disappointed!

NOTICE TO OUR CHURCHES

If you would like for FLASH to post your service schedule for Christmas Eve and/or Christmas Day, please send us your information by Mon., Dec. 20th. There is no charge for your post.

INDIAN RIVER STATE COLLEGE PRESENTS A MURDER MYSTERY DESSERT THEATRE
3209 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce

http://www.irsc.edu/

Do you have an inner Sherlock Holmes hiding inside? Do you also have a sweet tooth? Then you will love helping to solve the mystery during this interactive show while you enjoy a dessert. Adults only please. Dec. 16 and Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. in the Wynne Black Box Theatre. Tickets are $15 and must be purchased in advance.

CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND STUDENTS
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CALL 772-492-2106 TO REGISTER OR EMAIL kpeckham@steds.org

"I CAN ONLY IMAGINE"

A Christmas Pageant

Friday, December 17th @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Join the Revelation Truth Church at 1 N Orange St in Fellsmere when they present "I Can Only Imagine." This will be a Christmas Pageant that is free and perfect entertainment for the entire family! Come and enjoy watching and listening to singers, dancers and actors retell the story of the birth of Jesus Christ! For information email: rtci@bellsouth.net or call 772-571-1111.

Seventh Annual WinterFest ~ Fire and Ice

This Saturday, Dec. 18th from 2:00 - 6:00

1999 Pointe West Drive~ Vero Beach

Come out and enjoy this winter wonderland of ice and snow brought to you by the Indian River County Recreation Department and Pointe West. Heritage Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland complete with 32 tons of snow! Kids will enjoy two giant "Snow Slides" as well as a small "Bunny Slope" for the little ones. The "Penguin Pond" ice skating rink is open to all ages and comes complete with ice skates. Direct from the North Pole, the jolly old elf himself...Santa Claus...will be making an appearance. In addition to all the winter activities, this year's "Fire & Ice" celebration will once again feature a spectacular grand finale fireworks display beginning at 6:00pm. Enter the drawing for exciting toys. The winning tickets will be drawn at 5:00 pm, shortly before the fireworks display. No purchase is necessary nor does the winner have to be present to win. For more information click here. There will be a raffle with great prizes including a 32GB Apple iPad with Wi-Fi. For raffle info contact Andrew Molloy @ (772) 473-4416 or email WinnerFest@gmail.com

"I SEE THE MOON...THE MOON SEES ME"...

Ooops!...Where did it go?

LUNAR Grab your sleeping bag and plan a family camp-out in your backyard on Monday, Dec. 20th. (The kids will be out of school, so let them stay up too!) The only total eclipse of the moon this year will begin shortly after midnight at 12:29 a.m. on Dec. 21st. But sky watchers will not notice any changes in the moon's appearance until about 45 minutes later when a slight shading occurs on the upper left portion. Lunar eclipses occur when the moon passes through a point in its orbit in which the Earth is directly between it and the Sun. Unlike an eclipse of the sun, a lunar eclipse presents no hazards to the observer. No precautions to protect the eyes are needed. The moon won't 'disappear' in another total eclipse until April of 2014.

CHILDREN'S HOLIDAY CONCERT AND MOVIES

Take a break from the hectic pace of preparing for the holidays and enjoy a moment to savor the sounds and wonders of the season.

Come to Sebastian's North Indian River County Library next Monday, Dec. 20th, at 10:30 a.m. for the free Children's Holiday Concert. Library. Scott Bosworth will be featured with vocals and guitar. Your child may join in the fun, playing rhythm instruments and everyone is welcomed to join the sing-a-long of favorite holiday songs. Refreshments will be served.

Can't make it Monday? Children may at the same time on Tuesday, Dec. 21st, for an hour of holiday movies and a special holiday craft. Admission is free and popcorn will be served.

The Library is located at 1001 Sebastian Boulevard, three miles west of U. S. 1 in Sebastian. Call (772) 589-1355 for more information.

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HUMANE SOCIETY OF VERO BEACH

PRE-REGISTERING FOR DOG TRAINING CLASS

The six-week classes are available to the general public for $35 and will begin in January. There will be Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday classes offered. Morning classes from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. begin Wednesday, January 5th, evening classes from 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. begin Thursday, January 6th, and afternoon classes from 1:00-2:00 p.m. begin Saturday, June 8th.

Dog training programs are held at The Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County's Adoption and Education Building, located at 6230 77th Street, Vero Beach. Pre-registration begins Monday, December 6th at the Humane Society and must be done in person. Registration will continue until all classes are filled and must be paid by cash or check. For more information call (772) 388-3331 ext. 19 or visit the shelter's website, www.hsvb.org

TV SCHEDULE FOR CHRISTMAS SHOWS

There are many wonderful family Christmas shows and movies on television this month, but if you blink you might miss one you wanted to see. Below is a website with a calendar that shows the Christmas specials on the various channels on a day by day schedule. There are new shows as well as classics like IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE and the original MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET. Just click below and scroll down to the get the December calendar.

tv.popcrunch.com/2010-christmas-tv-specials-and-movies-schedule/

FLASH FASHION TIP OF THE WEEK

A little bling and sparkle is all you need to accent any outfit for those holiday parties you have on your schedule. Check out these black cz pierced earrings and an oxidized black cz pendant necklace at Penelope's. You'll undoubtedly enjoy seeing other jewelry creations by designer Jessica Elliot ! See you soon!

Car Raffle to Benefit Homeless Family Center -

Win a 2010 Nissan Sentra SR for only $20!

Tickets available at www.homelessfamilycenter.com. Drawing will take place Friday December 17, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. at Vero US 1 Nissan, 9246 S. US 1, Vero Beach, FL Help families get back on their feet and make a difference. Car donated by Vero US 1 Nissan and Route 60 Hyundai.

STILL LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT

AND UNUSUAL GIFTS

EQUESTRIAN GIFTS FOR KIDS AND ADULTS

If someone on your gift list is horse crazy, this is the website for them. It's got all kinds of gifts for the 'Horsey Set.'

http://www.wildhorsefeathers.com/default.asp?gclid=CJmOoamh4KUCFY9l7AodKlFu3Q

MOTION DETECTION CAMERAS FROM NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC

If there is a hunter on your list, he would love one of these cameras from National Geographic starting at $79.99. (To get an idea of what they can do, be sure to look at our You Tube Video this week to see the Dancing Bear.) Click the website below to see the camera choices.

http://shop.nationalgeographic.com/ngs/category/motion-detection-cameras

HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE GIFT CERTIFICATE

Truly a gift for the one who has everything,...except a hot air balloon! This gift promises a different view of Vero Beach. ("ToTo, I don't think we're in Kansas anymore!")

http://www.florida-hotairballoonrides.com/hot-air-balloon-rides/vero-beach-indian-river/vero-beach-hot-air-balloons.html

VERO BEACH HUMANE SOCIETY ADOPT A PET
If your child has been asking for a pet, this is the best place to find one....Dogs, Cats and even Rabbits and Guinea Pigs! (No, they may not be pure-breds, but a recent study performed by researchers at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland found that mixed-breed dogs are smarter than their pure-bred cousins!) Click here to find available pets. http://www.hsvb.org

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DANCING BEAR CAUGHT BY MOTION DETECTOR CAMERA!

This is a delightful video that shows what you can do with one of these wonderful cameras!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SkBV_Ajso

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YES! THERE IS A SANTA CLAUS!
One by one my young granddaughters have reached the age where they no longer believe in Santa Claus. Although I love them with all my heart and soul, I must announce to the whole world that they are wrong! When one of my princesses leaned over to me and whispered in my ear, "Grandpa I know there is no Santa Claus, its' Mommy and Daddy", I said nothing, I just smiled, but it saddened me that her belief in Santa Claus had been lost.
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Today I'm glad to say that I was both a witness of and a participant in the wonderful work of Santa Claus. Chris Elliott, of White Glove Moving and Storage in Vero Beach a man that the spirit of Santa Claus dwells within, called Champion Home Health Care. He called because a client of theirs, Linda Mastro, had a lift chair she no longer needed and they wanted to give it to someone that could use it.
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Chris knew that Champion worked with elderly clients. Katie Britt and Natalie Buttenbock searched our patient roster to find someone that needed a lift chair. Arrangements were soon made with Chris to have the chair picked up at Linda's and delivered to our client at no charge.
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No Santa.... nonsense. Santa Claus may not always be the guy in the red suite. He does however exist; he lives within all of us. The spirit of Santa Claus has been in the hearts of men and women of good will for centuries. Santa Claus is the essence of the spirit of giving and doing onto others as we like to have others to unto ourselves.
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To my dear Grandchildren I say, Santa is as real as you or I, and Mommy and Daddy. Santa can do incredible things though our belief in him. To everyone, we at Champion Home Health Care say, "Never stop believing in Santa Clause; because believing in him allows Santa to work his magic though us".
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Merry Christmas to all and to all a goodnight!

FREE PARENTING CLASSES - REGISTER NOW!

There are still about 40 slots available for the free parenting series which will begin Jan. 18th and will run on Tues. evenings until April 19th. 6pm - 8:15 pm at Gifford Youth Activity Center. If you would like to sign up, please contact Katie Nall at (772) 569-0333 / email knall@irsc.edu or call Youth Guidance for sign up info at 770-5040. Join other parents and learn how to:

Respond positively to your child
Create a peaceful home without nagging and yelling
Teach respectfulness and problem solving techniques
Teach your child to resist peer pressure
Promote self-esteem, cooperation and good attitudes

CARDS FROM HABITAT

Indian River Habitat for Humanity offers beautifully designed cards that come complete with an elegant envelope. Proceeds will benefit Habitat's Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative, which offers painting, weatherization and minor repairs for low-income, owner-occupied homes. To learn more, call 772.562.9860 X 229 or X 209 or e mail irhabitat@irchabitat.org. You can also check us out on the web at www.irchabitat.org.

SAVINGS TIP OF THE WEEK!

WE HAVE MULTIPLE TIPS THIS WEEK! ENJOY!!

Scroll down to see all of the Holiday savings

we found for you this week!

2007_12_03_LED lights.jpg SWITCH TO LED LIGHTS! Have an even greener tree this year by making the switch to LED lights. They also work well on your outdoor lighting display. They use about 90% less energy which is good for the earth as well as your power bill. Called LED lights because they use 'Light Emitting Diodes (We don't know what that means either!). There is no glass to break and because they're cool to the touch, they can decrease the chance of a home fire! You can find them at your local hardware or home supply store and they will last indefinitely.

GET DISCOUNTS AT POPULAR STORES! The link below will take you to an incredible website that has discount listings and savings for many popular stores and products all in one place! The listings include Macy's, Footlocker, Home Depot, Clinique, Omaha Steaks and many more.

http://www.goodsavers.com/

MORE SAVINGS IDEAS

AND

FREEBIES FOR CHRISTMAS!

Homemade CD with

Your Favorite Songs!

$25 Credit with

$25 purchase at

a local

independent

store.

Kodak

50 Free Business/Calling

Cards!

FOR GUYS AND GALS.... calories

EAT THIS, NOT THAT - CHOICES FOR THE HOLIDAYS!

It's easy to gain weight over the holidays with all the delicious choices, but some choices are wiser than others. Here are a few:

EAT THIS NOT THAT

12 Cocktail Shrimp at 165 calories Spinach & Artichoke Dip at 285 Cal.

1 slice Pumpkin PiE at 220 calories 1 slice Pecan Pie at 610 calories!
3 Hershey's Kisses at 75 calories 1- 1oz. Candy Cane at 111 calories!

And don't forget the drinks.....

DRINK THIS NOT THAT

1 Diet Coke at 0 calories 1 Regular Coke at 140 calories

Glass of Champagne at 100 calories Gin and Tonic at 210 calories (High sugar!)

Hot Chocolate at 120 calories Egg Nog at 350 calories

To calculate how many calories you can eat daily to stay at your present weight, click the FDA website below. - And remember, you have to eat about 3500 less calories to lose only one pound of weight!

Beef Tenderloin at 165 calories Prime Rib at 750 calories (Surprised?!)

http://www.newcaloriecounter.com/articles/goverment/fda/food_and_drug_administration.jsp

RECIPE OF THE WEEK

EASY PARTY MEATBALLS

Need an easy snack for a holiday party?

These meatballs are sure to be gone in no time!

Ingredients:

One bag of 32 Frozen Cooked Meatballs

One jar Grape Jelly

One jar Kraft Original Barbecue Sauce

Mix sauce and jelly together in a large pan on top of the stove, then add frozen meatballs. Since they are already cooked, they only need to heat through. Serve warm with toothpicks.

Note: You will probably find this recipe printed on the bag of meatballs. It may sound like a strange mixture, but it is delicious! You can substitue the jelly for a can or two of whole cranberry sauce, - a nice touch for the holidays.

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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 December's meeting will be the holiday party. It will be at Las Palmas Cuban Restaurant located at 925 Village Square, Sebastian, FL 32958, on December 14th at 6:30P.M. For more information, (772) 633-9914 or email lac321@dswa.org.