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Vero Beach, FL - Ed. 2011.1.13

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WELCOME!

JENNIFER LAUREN STENBACK

jennifer

IS A POSITIVE PERSON

Jennifer is a Junior at Indian River Charter high School. She is a busy young lady who excels academically, finds time to volunteer, and is planning to have her AA from IRSC by the time she graduates from high school. She is President of the IRCHS Key Club, member of National Honor Society, Yearbook, and Leadership Council. Her involvement continues in the community as well. The Key Club works closely with the Indian River Kiwanis Club and she volunteers with Youth in Action, Habitat for Humanity, the IR Blood Bank, and Missionary Flights International. She enjoys donating her weekends to other organizations that have special projects scheduled. Jennifer truly has a heart of gold and is a seasoned volunteer who has learned the importance of giving back at an early age! She believes that it is important to give back to the community and wisely stated that, "Everybody can make a difference in the lives of people around them. You don't have to travel far to find people who could really use your help." We couldn't agree with you more Jennifer and we thank you for giving so freely of your time to help others. You are making a difference!

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KRISTIN'S DESIGNS are exclusively displayed at POLISHED. Please feel free to stop in and take a look! Polished is located at 2919 Cardinal Drive
Vero Beach, FL 32963 ~ (772) 584-3494
Don't forget to mention FLASH for a15% discount!

CONGRATULATIONS TO RIVERSIDE THEATRE
For surpassing $1 million in season ticket sales!
There's still room for you though!

Check out the shows that are scheduled.
RIVERSIDE THEATRE

You can purchase your tickets by calling (772) 234-8052 or by going online https://tickets.riversidetheatre.com/public/show_events_list.asp

VERO BEACH ART CLUB'S ART BY THE SEA

January 14th ~ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

(opening reception~open to public ~ free wine & hors d'oeuvres)

January 15th ~ 10:00 am - 5 pm

January 16th ~ 10:00 am - 4 pm

Prestigious Judged Exhibit of over 230 artists' work Sculpture, pottery, paintings, mixed media, photography and jewelry will be held in the Great Hall, at the Vero Beach Museum of Art, 3001 Riverside Drive, Vero Beach. All 3 days are free to the public!

KIDS ~ BUILD AND SAIL YOUR OWN BOAT!

Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County

OPEN HOUSE

Monday, January 17th

11:00 - 2:00

Behind the large boat storage building just south of the Vero Beach Yacht Club and the Vero Beach Municipal Marina.

sailing brochure Come learn about the sailing programs offered by the Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County. You will also be allowed to explore the shop area where you can build your own boat! There will be a fleet of small sailboats (Optimist dinghies) on display and many of the kids, parents and volunteers who built the boats will be available to speak to. (It's a family affair!) Don't miss this unique opportunity! Come say hello and enjoy free soft drinks and light refreshments. Many of our students and boats have participated in area regattas for a fun day spent on the water. Come get involved!

For More Information call Charlie Pope~ 772 567-9000 or visit our Website www.ysfirc.org

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SAINT EDWARD'S

OPEN HOUSE

JANUARY 18TH - 9:30 AM and 6:30 PM

st ed's open house

SAVE THE DATE

The Sixth Annual "Unravel the Ribbon" Fashion Show

to benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation
Saturday, February 5, 2011 at 7:00

DAVID PHILLIPS, M.D.

A HEALTHY EXISTENCE

With the start of a new year, it is the perfect time to come hear Dr. David Phillips. He will address issues such as: How does exercise and proper nutrition affect our quality of life?
What is the impact of oxidative stress on aging and chronic disease?
Whether you are a medical professional, a coach, a trainer, an athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone just interested in a healthy lifestyle, this is information you won't want to miss!

January 17th, 2011@ 7:00 p.m.

The Riverhouse ~ 305 Acacia Road, Vero Beach, FL 32963.

For More Info. Contact: Liz Carvel ~ (772) 532-7259

lizcarvel@gmail.com

GUESTS are FREE but Seating is Limited, RSVP's a MUST, PLEASE!

Fellsmere Frog Leg Festival

January 20th - 23rd



Festival Hours             Frog Leg & Gator Tail Dinner

Thursday & Friday 4-11PM             Thursday & Friday 4-9 PM

Saturday 10AM-11PM                    Saturday 10 AM - 9PM
Sunday 11AM-6PM                         Sunday 11 AM - 6 PM



The Festival that truly is fun for the entire family. Come enjoy a hoppin' good time! There will be frog leg and gator tail dinners for the more adventurous flashers and more traditional 'eats' for those less daring. There will be fun rides, games, pony rides, 100 craft booths and a full schedule of entertainment! This is a must experience addition to your weekend! Come ENJOY yourself!

             COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL
         OPEN HOUSE
   JANUARY 20TH ~ 6:30 - 8:00 P.M.
      1901 23rd Street ~ Vero Beach

Early fall enrollment opportunities! We invite prospective new students to attend our open house to be placed on priority registration list and current students can receive early registration at the open house. This is a great opportunity to meet the teachers, visit classrooms, learn about afternoon enrichment opportunities and even receive summer camp information. For more information please contact Stephanie Morby, Preschool Directory (772) 469-2326 ~ stephanie.morby@ccovb.org

ARTIST APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE

Hibiscus Festival Juried Fine Art Show - April 16

Art Show chairman Lee Orre of Tropic Art & Frame, Highwaymen Artist Freddie Gibson, and Paul V. Minotty, MD, New Vision Eye Center.

The Hibiscus Festival Committee is inviting fine artists to set up booths for the Annual Juried Fine Art Show (sponsored by New Vision Eye Care) The show attracts over 15,000 people of all ages. Spaces are 10 x 10 (Electricity not provided) and all tents must be white. Original artwork is to be exhibited, and offerings of the artist's prints, note cards, postcards & small gift items are encouraged. Booth fee is $50 or 35 for members of the Cultural Council of Indian River County, the Vero Beach Art Club or the Sebastian River Art Club and previous Highwaymen exhibitors. Booth sharing is permitted with each artist paying the full booth fee. Deadline to participate is March 15, 2011. You will be notified of your acceptance upon receipt of your application.

To obtain registration form click www.HibiscusFestival.org.

For Juried Art Show questions, contact Lee Orre at 772.538-0959.

For more information: Beverly S. Paris, Paris Productions 234-4412

WANT TO BE A STAR?

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be on one of those reality shows? Well, here's your chance! These are the network websites for casting shows like SURVIVOR, THE BACHELOR, THE BIGGEST LOSER and many others. The last listing is for OWN, Oprah Winfrey's new network (which can be seen on the old Discovery Health Channel) where you can even compete to get your own show!

NBC
http://www.nbc.com/casting/
CBS
http://www.cbs.com/casting/
ABC
http://abc.go.com/site/casting
OWN
http://www.oprah.com/own/casting_calls.html

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IMPORTANT WARNING FOR SENIORS!

We have all heard that we should guard our Social Security numbers to prevent identity theft, but there have been fewer warnings for seniors to also guard they're Medicare cards. Your Medicare number is your Social Security number! A senior is frequently asked for their Medicare card in doctors' offices and pharmacies and a copy is often made. While these places are usually safe, make sure the senior in your family is aware of this and always gets his/her card returned promptly. It's always a good idea for someone to accompany a senior to the doctor's office anyway. A second pair of "ears" can be important in remembering the doctor's diagnosis and instructions. If your schedule doesn't allow for this, let Champion help. We can provide transportation as well as someone to accompany the senior. Just let us know what you need. We're here for you. We invite you to visit our website or to call us (772) 257-0442.

IT'S NOT TOO EARLY TO START THINKING...TAXES!

Taxpayers will get an extra three days to file this year. The filing deadline is pushed back because the District of Columbia will observe the Emancipation Day on Friday, April 15th and by law, local holidays in our nation's capital do effect tax deadlines. Your returns must be filed by Monday, April 18th.
Tax preparers say one of the main changes this year is the Social Security Tax -- less will now be taken out. "Normally it's 6.2 of your gross income and this year it will be 4.2 percent so that will be more take home pay," she said.
Another thing to keep in mind if you file Itemized Deductions -- there will be a delay. You won't be able to file until mid or late February because of changes in the 2010 law. The law passed about two weeks ago and now the IRS is working to fix computers to handle the change. Bottom line is that you'll have to wait for your refund.
As you prepare your taxes, beware of email tax scams. Tax experts say the IRS will never email you regarding your funds. And lastly, you may want to try electronic filing.
Returns are not due until April, but getting a head start will make the process easier. If your are planning on doing your taxes yourself, check the IRS website for some helpful products, including a tax calendar with important deadlines. To contact the IRS call 1-800-829-1040.
Here is a site you can go to that list the 10 oddest deductions that were allowed by the IRS

HOW TO REACH A REAL PERSON!

If you're tired of wasting time due to phone systems that require you to press several different numbers in order to reach a real person and/or spending many minutes or even hours on hold, the website below is for you! The Get2Human database of secret phone numbers and codes will immediately get an actual, live person on the line for customer service for more than 1000 major companies. You can either choose from their alphabetical index or type a particular company name into the search bar. You can even file a complaint if you get a person with such a heavy accent that you can't understand him or her. What a world we live in today!! Click here for help. www.get2human.com

YOU TUBE VIDEO

THE GOOGLE SCIENCE FAIR IS COMING!

On January 11, 2011 Google launched the inaugural Google Science Fair. They have partnered with NASA, CERN, National Geographic, Scientific American and the LEGO Group to create a new competition that is more open, accessible and global than ever before. They want to extend an invitation to schools and teachers to get involved early in what they hope will be a large global initiative. To help promote this competition, GOOGLE has created this fun video. (Who knew that white mice could generate electric power?) Watch the video by clicking here

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7oJfK4E7RY&feature=channel

The competition is open to all young people between the ages of 13-18 from around the world. To enter and to learn more about the contest, prizes and scholarships to be awarded, visit the Google website at www.google.com/sciencefair.

The Fellsmere Riding Club

presents

The Bull Frog Bash Rodeo

Saturday January 22 2011 @ 1:00 P.M.
at the
Fellsmere Riding Club Arena on North Willow Street

Gates open @ 11.00a.m. show starts @ 1:00p.m.

$6.00 for adults, kids 6 and up $4.00 5 and under FREE

$1.00 donation to the Boy Scouts for parking

There will be Break Away Roping, Bulls, Barrel Racing, Team Roping & Mutton Busting

All contestants go to fellsmereridingclub.com to sign up

Cold Budweiser, Barbecue and Snacks available at a reasonable price .

For more information call 772-473-0989 The Fellsmere Riding Club is a non profit organization

.hildcare esources of Indian River will host the 3rd annual Touch A Truck Family Festival on Saturday, April 2,

Childcare Resources of Indian River will host the 3rd Annual Touch a Truck Family Festival on Saturday, April 2nd. If anyone is interested in joining our planning committee, we love new smiling faces!! Please contact Sarah at 567.32023 or sstarr@childcareresourcesir.org. We are also
looking for volunteers to help in many capacities the day of the event.

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There really IS such a thing as... Free Advice

At FLASH, the advice is always free - free to post, free to reply, free to receive. We encourage you to think of us as your very own personal, private, trusted and customized search engine. Join us in 2011 by posting on our bulletin board and connecting with people just like you, people "in the know," wanting to help. FLASHERS love to help each other! So why not give them a chance? Email us your post by clicking here. Then sit back and watch something very cool unfold.

COOKIES NEEDED FOR OUR SOLDIERS:
FROM BONNIE ALABERGA: Reply

COOKIES AND MONEY DONATIONS for shipping cookies to our soldiers overseas is needed. Can you possibly help? If so, please drop off on January 20th at 10:00 AM. Vero Beach Italian American Civic Association, 1600 25th St, Vero Beach. Reply above if you want more info or have any questions.

OLD COMPUTERS TO DONATE:
FROM VALERIE WATKINS: Reply

I have a couple of older desk top computers that I would love to donate to someone or to an organization. Please respond above if you are interested.

HEALTH TIP

  LOW FAT COTTAGE CHEESE



PROTEIN POWERHOUSE!

We know how important protein is for our bodies. It not only helps to heal cells, it provides energy, gives us more stamina, and is especially important if you're trying to lose weight. Major sources of protein are meat, eggs and cheese, but unfortunately these also contain a lot of fat. The exception is low fat COTTAGE CHEESE. This creamy dish supplies 12 grams of protein in only 1/2 cup! That's 24 grams in a full cup,...way more than what is found in protein shakes or bars (about 10). Cottage cheese is also very versatile. You can puree it in a blender and use it instead of sour cream or cream cheese (which have less protein) in dips, sauces and other recipes. Add it to prepared  salad dressings. Mix it with an egg into creamed spinach or creamed corn and bake. It's good added to any pasta dish, - stuffed shells, lasagna, noodles alfredo, etc. Use it on baked potatoes. Have it for breakfast on a bagel with preserves. Put it in jello with pineapple or other canned fruit. Have as a snack and satisfy a sweet tooth by sprinkling on a little Splenda. You'll find 115 other recipes at the website below!

http://brands.kraftfoods.com/breakstones/main.aspx?s=brkmain&m=recipe%2Fknet_recipe_grid&u1=keyword&u2=cottage+cheese

NOTE: Scroll down for our featured recipe this week, - COTTAGE CHEESE MEATLOAF.

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WE HAVE SOMETHING FOR EVERONE!

THE GIFT OF READING

In the spirit of the Holidays, Indian River Charter High School students gave back, visiting local elementary schools. Kelly Dixon's Creative Writing classes ended their semester writing and illustrating their very own children's books. In an effort to test their ability of writing to entertain and educate a specific age group, Charter students read to 14 Kindergarten and 1st Grade classes at Imagine School of South Vero and Liberty Magnet. All the books had lessons touching on topics such as sharing, honesty, bullying, and confronting fears. "It seemed to be a rewarding experience for everyone involved, " explains Dixon. "Charter students felt uplifted; some even donated their books to classrooms. Students and teachers at both schools were excited and appreciative. We'll happily visit them again."

SAVINGS TIP OF THE WEEK!

TAX DECUCTIBLE GIVING

Here at FLASH, we encourage you to donate to your favorite charities. You're not only helping others, you receive a tax deduction for your generosity! It's important, however, to know that your gift is being used the way you intended it. At the website below, you can look up the ratings on efficiency, administrative expenses and other criteria for over 5,000 charities. www.charitynavigator.com

RECIPE OF THE WEEK

COTTAGE CHEESE MEATL0AF

This easy recipe replaces bread crumbs with healthy oatmeal and cottage cheese.

1 lb. lean ground beef

1 c. (1/2 pt.) low fat cottage cheese

1 egg

1/2 c. quick cooking oatmeal

1/4 c. catsup

1 tbsp. prepared mustard

2 tbsp. chopped onion

3/4 tsp. salt

1/8 tsp. pepper

1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Combine the ground beef with the cottage cheese, egg, oats, catsup, mustard, onion, salt and pepper. Mix the ingredients lightly until well blended. Press the mixture loosely into a shallow baking pan (about 8 inches square).

Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree oven for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven and continue to bake for 10 minutes longer. Let stand for about 5 minutes before cutting in squares to serve

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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.
Sebastian 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.

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Children's Art Festival

Thursday, January 13th

** "Guys And Dolls": Classic American musical. Riverside Theatre, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 8 p.m., Jan. 13-15, 21-22, 28-29, Feb. 4-5; 2 p.m., Jan. 15-16, 19-20, 22-23, 26-27, 29-30, Feb. 2-3, 5-6; 7:30 p.m., Jan. 19-20, 26-27, Feb. 2-3. $36-$65. Ticket: 772-231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

** King of Tennis to be crowned in Feb.: tournament benefits Youth Guidance program, The Boulevard Village and Tennis Club, 1620 Boulevard Village Lane, Vero Beach. Jan. 13, 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 17, Cost: $8. ircyouth.com or 772-770-5040.

** Vero Beach American Little League Registration will take place at the Executive Courthouse, 2145 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 5:30-8 pm, Jan. 13-14. $90. Ages 5-12. 772-559-5040; VeroAmerican.yolasite.com.

Friday, January 14th
** Vero Beach Art Club's Art by the Sea ~ Opening Reception - free to the public. 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. @ the Vero Beach Museum of Art.

Saturday, January 15th

** Celebrated Speakers Series: Patrick Jake "P.J." O'Rourke, political satirist. Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 4 p.m., 7 p.m., Jan. 15. $220-$275. 772-778-5249.

http://theemersoncenter.org/

** Indian River Nautical Flea Market/Seafood Festival: Four hundred nautical, marine vendor booths; auction. Indian River Fairgrounds, 7955 58th Ave., Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Jan. 15-16. Free-$7. 954-205-7813; FLNauticalFleaMarket.com.

** The Indian River County Historical Society continues its "Telling Tales" series of historical tours with a trip along the Jungle Trail and a visit to the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge. From 1 to 3 pm. Tickets-$15 for Historical Society members and $20 for nonmembers. Reservations are recommended 772/778-3435 or 772/562-6790. Or email the Society at indianriverhisto@bellsouth.net.
** 8:00 AM Tandem Skydiving : Skydive Sebastian 400 Airport Drive West Sebastian, Florida 32958 772.388.5672

** "Telling Tales" series of historical tours with a trip along the Jungle Trail and a visit to the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge. The tour is set for Saturday, January 15, 2011 from 1 to 3 pm. Tickets are $15 for Historical Society members and $20 for nonmembers. Reservations are recommended. For reservations and more information, contact the Historical Society at 772/778-3435 or 772/562-6790.
** The Farmers Market Oceanside ~ 8:00 to Noon at the corner of Dahlia and Ocean Drive

** Comic Retreat 2011 ~ 8:00 PM Retreat Showcase Show hosted by Marc Zimei @ Vero Beach Italian American Club - 1600 25^th Street, Vero Beach $10.00 Admission

** Vero Beach Art Club's Art by the Sea ~ 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. @ the Vero Beach Museum of Art.

Sunday, January 16th
** Indian River Nautical Flea Market/Seafood Festival: Four hundred nautical, marine vendor booths; auction. Indian River Fairgrounds, 7955 58th Ave., Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Free-$7. 954-205-7813; FLNauticalFleaMarket.com.

** Vero Beach Art Club's Art by the Sea ~ 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. @ the Vero Beach Museum of Art.

Monday, January 17th

** Join David Phillips, at the Riverhouse at 7pm and get a jump start on your nutrition this year. Free and open to public. David is a Harvard grad, Sports Medicine Physician and Tri-Athlete. Event sponsored by Liz Carvel. Email her for more information:

lizcarvel@gmail.com

** Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County - OPEN HOUSE - 11:00 - 2:00 ~ Behind the large boat storage building just south of the Vero Beach Yacht Club and the Vero Beach Municipal Marina. Come explore the idea of building your own boat, sailing classes. See post above for more info.

** Library Storytime: Storytelling, songs, rhymes, a craft. Brackett Library, 6155 College Lane, Vero Beach, 10-10:45 a.m., Ages: 2-5. Also: IRC Main Library, 1600 21st St.

Tuesday, January 18th

** Art Of Positive Parenting: Saint Edward's Lower School, 1895 Saint Edward's Drive, Vero Beach, 7-9 p.m., Jan. 18, 25; Feb. 8, 15, 22; March 1. $105/single; $170/couple. Adults. steds.org/externalstudies.

** Theatre, Dance Classes: Riverside Children's Theatre. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 4 p.m., Jan. 18. Ages 3-17. $40+. 772-234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.

** Free Concert~ Bluegrass Band / Have a knee-slapping, toe-tapping, good time for the whole family. The Rudd's and gang are back in town performing Bluegrass, Gospel and Old Country music every Tuesday night starting 7:30 PM at the Heritage Center, 2140 14th Avenue in historic downtown Vero Beach.

Thursday, January 20th

** King of Tennis to be crowned in Feb.: tournament benefits Youth Guidance program, The Boulevard Village and Tennis Club, 1620 Boulevard Village Lane, Vero Beach. Jan. 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 17, Cost: $8. ircyouth.com or 772-770-5040.

** Community Church of Vero Beach Preschool OPEN HOUSE. 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Early fall enrollment opportunities. Call Stephanie Morby for more information: (772) 562-3633
Saturday, January 22nd

** The Farmers Market Oceanside ~ 8:00 to Noon at the corner of Dahlia and Ocean Drive

** The Fellsmere Riding Club's Bull Frog Bash Rodeo 1:00 P.M. For more info. call (772) 473-0989

Thursday, January 27th

Saturday, January 29th

** The Farmers Market Oceanside ~ 8:00 to Noon at the corner of Dahlia and Ocean Drive