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 Vero Beach, FL - Ed. 2012.1.12 |
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 Valerie Watkins
Publisher
Vero Beach FLASH, LLC
Team FLASH has been busy working on a few new things that we are eager to share with our FLASHERS. First, you will be noticing a few changes in our weekly newsletter over the next couple of weeks. We have changed to a crisper cleaner and easier to read look. Let us know how you like it. Secondly, we will start including a Social FLASH section that will depict pictures of those seen 'around town.' All of our FLASHERS and organizations are welcome to submit pictures taken at  community events. (Click button in post below) This is a courtesy and there is no charge to be included. Lastly, we are most excited about our printed Monthly Community Calendar that we will be dispersing at no charge throughout the community for the first time in February. This will be a complete listing of local events and we encourage our FLASHERS to submit events for the calendar. (All non profit listings are always free.) We have a couple of advertising spots left. If you are interested, please Click Here. We sincerely thank ALL of our FLASHERS for making FLASH the huge success that it is. We are eternally grateful and we hope you like our new look and our new additions. ENJOY!
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LIZ SANTIAGO
IS A POSITIVE PERSON
Liz Santiago is our first 'Positive Person' of 2012. She has lived in the Sebastian area since 1989 and was recently widowed after being married to her husband, Al, for 27 years. Together they have two sons, John 29 and Michael 26. Liz has a heart for volunteering and has been doing so for eleven years in our community. Her involvement has included Habitat for Humanity for 8 years, Youth in Action for 8 years, Dasie Hope 4 years, Relay for Life 10 years as well as countless other volunteer positions. She is an active member of Kiwanis and was recognized and received their award for 'Outstanding Service to Community.' She also received the Indian River County School District Golden Apple and K Pennies for Patients Recognition.
Liz has a strong faith and is motivated by her gratitude for all of God's blessings. In turn she loves to tithe 10% of her time reaching out to those in need. She keeps an eye out for those in our community who need a smile, hug or words of encouragement. She encourages all of us to do the same. As a Positive Person it is no wonder that Liz considers leaving McGraw Hill Publishing Company in NYC as her biggest accomplishment so that she could go to work in public education and have an impact on the lives of many children.
Working in public education inspired Liz to help students make positive changes in their life. "It is rewarding to see a student who struggles academically or emotionally make strides to reach his/her goal. Indian River Charter High School is a high performing school where students receive an individualized education plan that helps them reach their potential. I am grateful to be part of this institution."
Well Liz, we are incredibly grateful for you and your unselfish spirit. Thank you for all that you do for our community! You are a true inspiration!
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FISHING CALENDAR
The darker the fish ~ The better the day for fishing
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 Still feeling the freshness of the new year? FLASH hopes so and hopes that all of your resolutions are still on target. Here is a little inspirational saying that you can write out and keep in a prominent place to help keep you on track and inspired in 2012. "The past is engraved in stone, but the future is whatever you make it!" Go make it great FLASHERS! As you make the new year a remarkable one, there is something else to keep in mind. In a study from Florida State University, 49% of the people in the survey responded that the recession has taught them to value people over things. What a valuable lesson and most definitely a silver lining to the difficult times of the past few years. Remember to cherish those you love...They are truly what matters most! |
 There will be no school for students tomorrow, Jan. 13th for a Teacher Workday and for everyone on Monday, Jan.16th in honor of Martin Luther King Day. Remember that Monday is a Federal Holiday so all banks and government buildings will be closed. Plan something fun and enjoy your long weekend!
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PLANT A GARDEN
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This is an amazing site that lays out planting for an entire year based on your zip code. If you are late in making a New Year's resolution...why not try... plant a garden! You will definitely reap the rewards! CLICK HERE to go to the website. |
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MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL STARS ADDED TO LINE-UP
FOR SIMPSON FAMILY MARATHON BASEBALL GAME FUNDRAISER
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Brian Simpson
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Two current major league baseball stars and a Dodgers baseball great will make appearances at the Marathon Baseball Fundraiser to benefit the family of Brian Simpson, the Vero Beach resident tragically murdered in November after walking in on his home being burglarized. The event will take place 9:00 a.m. ~ 7:30 p.m., this Sun., Jan. 15 at Bob Summers Field, 3451 Indian River Drive East, Vero Beach.
Boston Red Sox starting catcher, Jarrod Saltalamacchia, and Tampa Bay Rays pitcher, Alex Cobb, will join former major league star relief-pitcher and pitching coach for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Ron Perranoski, at the fundraising event to sign autographs and take pictures. Baseball enthusiasts are encouraged to bring items they wish to have signed and cameras to take pictures with the baseball stars. Donations to help the Simpson family will be accepted throughout the day, including a Chinese auction featuring items such as restaurant gift certificates, deep sea fishing excursions, airboat rides, golf outings and a baseball signed by Chet Lemon, a member of the 1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers. For more information or to sponsor the event, contact Maria Lawson at (772) 633-3956 or visit the website.
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 THE FULL MONTY
BEGINS TODAY AT RIVERSIDEJANUARY 12TH ~ FEBRUARY 5TH |
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CHANGES IN AUTO INSURANCE?
 If one of the bills that arrive in January is a renewal of your automobile insurance policy, check it carefully! One of our FLASH team was shocked to learn that her car insurance policy had increased almost $400 for this year even though she has had no accidents or traffic tickets in many years. When she called to inquire about the increase, she was told that it was due to rising medical costs in Florida and there was nothing the agency could do about it. She's now requesting quotes from other companies.
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2012 Miss America This Saturday on ABC @ 9:00
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Keep an eye out for, Bree Boyce, Miss South Carolina who is one of the contestants this year. Bree Boyce lost 114 pounds. She went from a top weight of 234 pounds to 122 pounds.
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~ SAVE THE DATE ~
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 The Vero Beach High School Symphony Orchestra will perform the Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture, by Peter Tchaikovsky, on Friday, January 27 at 7:00 pm and Saturday, January 28, at 4:00 pm in the VBHS Performing Arts Center. Call the VBHS Box Office at 772-564-5537 for tickets, which are only $12 for the lower level and $10 for the upper level. Visa & MasterCard are accepted and all seating is reserved. |
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12 KIDS' SYMPTOMS YOU SHOULD NEVER IGNORE!
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 The link below has valuable information for parents. This warning from Yahoo parenting news should be read by all parents, especially new ones. You grandparents may want to forward the link to family members. Click Here
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The VBHS Boy\'s Lacrosse team is having their 4th annual 5k fun-run / walk on Jan. 28 at Riverside park. Please reply above for registration form and more information. or call (772) 559-8603.
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COOKIES FOR SOLDIERS
FROM BONNIE ALBERGA: Reply
It's that time of the month to show our soldiers that we are thinking about them. What better way than to send them home-made cookies? Please drop off all cookies on Thursday, Jan. 19th @ 10 a.m. at the Vero Beach Elks Lodge 1774, 1350 26th st. Please reply above with any questions.
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IS AN AP PROGRAM THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOUR CHILD?
DR. FRANK MEZZINA: Reply
Join parents of eighth graders on Wednesday, January 25th, at 6:30 in the VBHS Performing Arts Center, to discuss the AP+ Program at Vero Beach High School. The AP program is a preparatory course of studies in 9th and 10th grades that emphasizes the type of academic rigor necessary to meet the challenges of college level curriculum while still in high school. VBHS also encourages the pursuit of outside interest and activities that enrich a well-rounded student. At this meeting the program will be explained, applications will be given out, and questions will be answered. If you have any questions before the meeting, please feel free to reply above or call Dr. Mezzina at (772) 564-5493
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MENDED HEARTS GET TOGETHER
FROM KIM LEACH-WRIGHT: Reply
Come to Indian River Medical Center and the Mended Hearts support group's first mega-meeting of the season on Saturday, Jan. 14, from 1-3 p.m. at Christ By The Sea Church, 3755 Hwy. A1A, Vero Beach. The topic revolves around discussion of "What's New in Treating Congestive Heart Failure." Speakers are Richard Moore, M.D., IRMC cardiologist, and Kathy Clark, R.N., CCRN, CNML, nurse manager, Intermediate Cardiac Care and Cardiac Stepdown units. Also, Crystal Golightly, R.N., Heart Failure/Acute Myocardial Infarction specialist, will be introduced.To RSVP, reply above or please call 772.563.4670.
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A PRODUCT WE LKE!
 This portable, counter top icemaker from Emerson is amazing and makes a handy accessory for a bar area or a covered patio. All you have to do is plug it in, fill the bin with water and in about ten minutes it will start making ice. It's slightly over 14" square and the most amazing thing of all is the price: under $150! We bought ours at Target, but you can also order it online. Click Here |
YOGA FOR BEGINNERS CLASS BEGINNING
8 WEEK CLASS ~ $108 Jan. 14 - Mar. 3
12:30 - 2:00
Call for information, 978-1099. Registration, deposit required. Instructor: Elise Mahovlich
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COOKED TOMATOES BETTER FOR YOU THAN RAW
 You have probably heard that the healthiest way to eat fruits and vegetables is to eat them raw. The exception is the red tomato. Cooking actually increases its level of lycopene -- an antioxidant thought to help prevent certain types of cancer, vision loss, and heart disease. According to the REAL AGE website, both men and women who consumed at least 25 milligrams of lycopene every day for several weeks lowered their LDL cholesterol levels by 10%, - the kind of improvement you'd expect to see in someone taking a statin medication for a similar amount of time. That's about as much lycopene as you'd find in a mere half-cup serving of tomato sauce. The best way to get the positive effects is by eating 10 tablespoons of tomato sauce a week. Stewed tomatoes, tomato juice and even catsup are other sources of lycopene. |
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VIDEO OF THE WEEK
Smile!..You're on......
This "girlfriend swap" with a hidden camera was pulled on unsuspecting drivers in a parking lot! CLICK HERE
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SAVINGS TIP
WHAT'S RUNNING UP YOUR ELECTRIC BILL?
We found a terrific website to learn more about saving on your electric bill. You can search specific appliances, compare electric and gas models, get the cost to operate and tips on ways to save. A couple of interesting facts you will find: Plasma TVs are energy hogs and the bigger the screen, the higher the cost. Running a dryer for 45 minutes costs $.50 a load. To learn more, Click Here
http://michaelbluejay.com/electricity/howmuch.html
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RECIPE OF THE WEEK
HEALTHY SPICY OVEN BAKED FRIESINGREDIENTS8 - Medium Potatoes
2 - Egg Whites
1-1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder
1- 1/2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
1- 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
2 - teaspoons Italian Seasoning
1- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Vegetable Oil
1. First, preheat the oven to 430 F (220 C). 2. Next, peel, wash, and dry the potatoes. 3. Cut potatoes into fries. 4. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites lightly. 5. In a small bowl, combine the spices - chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, Italian seasoning, and salt. (If you don't have Italian seasoning you can replace it with oregano and thyme.) 6. Dip the cut potatoes in egg to coat. 7. Sprinkle the spices over the potatoes and toss well to coat. 8. Spray or brush a baking sheet with vegetable oil generously. 9. Then place the wedges on the baking sheet. 10. Bake in the preheated oven (430 F - 220 C) for about 40 minutes. (Less if you have cut skinny fries). 11. Move fries around using a spatula every 5-7 minutes. |
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Please note the corrected location for the Vero Beach Auction on January 14th. All proceeds to benefit the Homeless Family Center.
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This Week's Events
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Thursday, January 12
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| 9:00am - 10:00am | A.M. Aerobics Exercise Class
Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers A.M. Aerobics. This is a full body workout designed to meet all fitness levels classes are on Monday's, Wednesday's, Thursday's from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. $3.21 per person. Punch cards are available. This class is held at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue. For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org
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| 4:30pm | Creative Character
Indian River County Main Library - 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach FL 32960
Groups feature debate, drama, role-play, games, and writing events. Communication is key with job-training, leadership skills and college prep included. Students take active part in creating, planning and directing summer activities related to above topics plus music, talent show and karaoke. Free sessions are ongoing and open to 6th through 12th graders.Participation in community events occur throughout the year. This is an approved Community Service WorkSite.
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Friday, January 13
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| Antiques Show & Sale
Vero Beach Museum of Art - 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 33163
Jan 13, 2012 - Jan 15, 2012 Considered one of Florida's most celebrated and enduring displays of antiquities, the annual event presented by the Friends of the Museum committee attracts an average of 3,000 antiques lovers and collectors from around the state and beyond. For more information call: Vero Beach Museum of Art - 772-231-0707.
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| 10:00am - 2:00pm | Farmer's Market Every Week in Historic Downtown Vero Beach
The Heritage Center and Indian River Citrus Museum - 2140 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960
Make it a point to visit the new Sunday Farmer's Market on 14th Avenue/Main Street and 21st Street. It is on the corner where the Rotary Fountain is located and also known as the Heritage Center Corner. The weekly market starts at 9:00am and continues until 2:00pm. There are traditional farmer's market vendors for fruit, vegetables, plants, orchids, seafood, honey, baked goods, coffee, nuts, sauces, condiments and gourmet items. Eric Hessler is managing the market for Main Street Vero Beach. Scheduling the market on Sunday allows people to stop by and shop or get a bite to eat before or after church services. Plenty of parking is available in the street or behind the City of Vero Beach Tennis Courts.
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| 6:30pm - 8:30am | Lagoon Night Sleepover @ Environmental Learning Center
Environmental Learning Center - 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach FL 32963
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. CALL 772-589-5050Bats, owls, raccoons and bioluminescence. Search for them all at the "wildest" sleepover in town: Lagoon Nights at the ELC. Explore the magic of the night on a hike with a Naturalist, pizza for dinner, 10:30 lights out in a carpeted A/C classroom. Reveille in the early morning for more exploring and a farewell breakfast. For organized youth groups; ages 7 - 13. $50/child plus $10/chaperone includes dinner & breakfast. $5 discount for members. Heather Stapleton, ELC Education Coordinator, will tell you all about it: (772) 589-5050 or email: Heather@DiscoverELC.org.
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| 7:30pm | Phantom of the Opera
Community Church - 1901 23rd Street, Vero Beach FL
Silent film Phantom of the Opera accompanied by film organist Tom Trenney on the Lively-Fulcher pipe organ. Designed to experience classic Hollywood. Part of the Community Church Concert Series. Fun for all ages. Cost: $25/adult; $10 student For more information call: 772-778-1070
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| 7:30pm | Friday Night Dance Parties
Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department is sponsoring the Friday Night Dance Parties. This Friday Dance Party features D.J Ray Duryea playing the music of the 50's thru today's popular dance tunes. Doors open at 7:30pm. Cost is $10.00 per person. Mixers and munchies will be for sale. For more information call the City of Vero Beach Recreation Department Community Center at (772) 770-6517 or stop in and pick up a flyer. Don't forget the Red White and Blue ball is on Friday July 1, 2011. No Dances on July 8th or 15th, 2011. www.covb.org
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Saturday, January 14
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| Antiques Show & Sale
Vero Beach Museum of Art - 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 33163
Jan 13, 2012 - Jan 15, 2012 Considered one of Florida's most celebrated and enduring displays of antiquities, the annual event presented by the Friends of the Museum committee attracts an average of 3,000 antiques lovers and collectors from around the state and beyond. For more information call: Vero Beach Museum of Art - 772-231-0707.
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| 10:00am - 11:30am | Radio operated model sailboat races
Indian River Estates - 7400 block, Vero Beach FL
The Treasure Coast Victoria Fleet 105 meets every Saturday, weather permitting, at Indian River Estates in the 7400 block of State Road 60, on the right side. After the guard gate, go to the stop sign and turn right. Follow the road along the water until you come to the dock on your right. We start racing our radio controlled Victoria sailboats at 10 a.m. and finish at approximately 11:30 a.m. There are courses marked off in the water with floating buoys and we decide which course we will run each time we meet. Come out to see the races or try your hand at sailing with the radio controls.
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| 11:00am | ELC's 19th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
- 4720 69th St., Vero Beach FL 32967
Bent Pine Golf Club Check-in & buffet lunch 11am Shotgun start 12:30pm Players have the chance to get lucky with many raffle opportunities as well as a chance at a $10,000 putting contest and a $50,000 hole-in-one contest! A Cocktails & Awards Reception will follow the game. $300 per player includes; golf cart, player fees, lunch, entry into hole-in-one contest and cocktails and awards reception with open bar! Proceeds benefit ELCs education programs. To register or for more information contact Heather Askew, Event Coordinator at 772-589-5050 ext. 105 or HeatherA@DiscoverELC.org
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| 3:00pm | VERO BEACH AUCTION GRAND OPENING TO BENEFIT HOMELESS
Vero Beach Auction - 492 Old Dixie Highway, Vero Beach FL
Attend the Vero Beach Auction Grand Opening to benefit the Homeless Family Center. There is a wide array of many items to be auctioned off, from a Waterford chess set which is one of only ten existing in the world today, and a 1932 sterling silver Irish Hallmarked Ink Well and much more. All proceeds donated to the Homeless Family Center. For more information or a complete list of auction items and photos, go to www.verobeachauction.com or call owner/auctioneer Nancy Kratzer at 772-978-5955.
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| 4:00pm | Emerson Center Celebrated Speakers Series
Emerson Center - 1590 27th Avenue, Vero Beach FL
Arianna Huffington comes to the Emerson Center as part of their Celebrated Speakers Series. Ms. Huffington is an international best-selling author and the co-founder and editor-in-chief of the nationally syndicated The Huffington Post. Known as one of the most influential women in media, she also co-hosts public radio's Left, Right and Center. Cost: $65 For more information call: 772-778-5249
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Sunday, January 15
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| Antiques Show & Sale
Vero Beach Museum of Art - 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 33163
Jan 13, 2012 - Jan 15, 2012 Considered one of Florida's most celebrated and enduring displays of antiquities, the annual event presented by the Friends of the Museum committee attracts an average of 3,000 antiques lovers and collectors from around the state and beyond. For more information call: Vero Beach Museum of Art - 772-231-0707.
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| 9:00am | Marathon Baseball Game - To Benefit Murder Victim
Bob Summers Field - 3451 Indian River Drive East , Vero Beach FL 32963
Teenage baseball enthusiasts ages 13 to 17 are invited to help raise money for the family of Brian Simpson, the Vero Beach resident who was tragically murdered in November after walking in on two men burglarizing his home. For $15, players will play three rounds of baseball. Pre-registration begins December 19 and will end January 13. Same day registration will be available on a limited basis at $5/inning. For more information call Larry or Maria Lawson: 772-633-3955 or 7726333956
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Monday, January 16
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| 9:00am - 10:00am | A.M. Aerobics Exercise Class
Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers A.M. Aerobics. This is a full body workout designed to meet all fitness levels classes are on Monday's, Wednesday's, Thursday's from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. $3.21 per person. Punch cards are available. This class is held at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue. For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org
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| 6:00pm | Quail Valley Charity Cup Gourmet Wine & Guest Chef Dinner
Quail Valley River Club - 2345 A1A, Vero Beach FL 32963
This gourmet dinner has sold out each year and offers our members and guests the opportunity to enjoy fine cuisine prepared by guest chefs from all around the country. Along with a beautifully crafted dinner paired with fine wines, participants are able to purchase "Ritzy Chances" - a secret prize in each glitzy bag. Contact Martha Redner at 492-2020 or mredner@quailvalleygolfclub.com Additional Description $200/person 6 pm cocktails/dinner 7:15 pm
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Tuesday, January 17
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| 9:00am | VIP Campus Hike for HBOI/FAU Friends & Their Guests
Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at FAU - 5600 US 1 North, Fort Pierce FL 34946
Meet at the Ocean Discovery Center at 9:00 a.m. then walk to Harbor Branch's Link Port Café for breakfast (cash only). On this 2 ½ mile hike of Harbor Branch we will look for manatees, alligators, dolphins and other wildlife. We will also get a peek inside the new buildings along the way. Reservations required. Free to members and their guests.
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| 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Group Dance Lessons
Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers Tuesday group dance lessons. Classes offered are Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Rumba, Cha Cha and many more in a four week session call for the name of the dance being taught by certified instructor Ray Duryea. Cost is $7.00 per person per class Every Tuesday at 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. and at 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. For more information call 770-6517.
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Wednesday, January 18
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| 9:00am - 10:00am | A.M. Aerobics Exercise Class
Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers A.M. Aerobics. This is a full body workout designed to meet all fitness levels classes are on Monday's, Wednesday's, Thursday's from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. $3.21 per person. Punch cards are available. This class is held at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue. For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org
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| 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Round Dance (like ballroom)
- 4720 69th St., Vero Beach FL 32967
A couples dance (Two step-waltz-cha cha- tango-etc.)easy & fun every Wednesday in January. $6.00 per person (first night free) 4405 N.A1A (across from Jaycee Park)
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| 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Square Dance Beginner Class
- 4720 69th St., Vero Beach FL 32967
Four Couples Dancing Together to Music. Easy & fun every Wednesday in January. $6.00 per person (first night free) 4405 N.A1A (across from Jaycee Park)
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Next Weeks's Events
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Thursday, January 19
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| 9:00am - 10:00am | A.M. Aerobics Exercise Class
Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers A.M. Aerobics. This is a full body workout designed to meet all fitness levels classes are on Monday's, Wednesday's, Thursday's from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. $3.21 per person. Punch cards are available. This class is held at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue. For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org
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| 4:30pm | Creative Character
Indian River County Main Library - 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach FL 32960
Groups feature debate, drama, role-play, games, and writing events. Communication is key with job-training, leadership skills and college prep included. Students take active part in creating, planning and directing summer activities related to above topics plus music, talent show and karaoke. Free sessions are ongoing and open to 6th through 12th graders.Participation in community events occur throughout the year. This is an approved Community Service WorkSite.
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Friday, January 20
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| ART BY THE SEA
Vero Beach Museum of Art - 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 33163
An annual juried exhibit of art by members of the Vero Beach Art Club and the Vero Beach Museum of Art. This event is an exciting and much anticipated by art collectors and patrons of the arts alike. Held at the Holmes Great Hall in the Vero Beach Museum of Art. Free admission. - JANUARY 20, 21, 22, 2012
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| 10:00am - 2:00pm | Farmer's Market Every Week in Historic Downtown Vero Beach
The Heritage Center and Indian River Citrus Museum - 2140 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960
Make it a point to visit the new Sunday Farmer's Market on 14th Avenue/Main Street and 21st Street. It is on the corner where the Rotary Fountain is located and also known as the Heritage Center Corner. The weekly market starts at 9:00am and continues until 2:00pm. There are traditional farmer's market vendors for fruit, vegetables, plants, orchids, seafood, honey, baked goods, coffee, nuts, sauces, condiments and gourmet items. Eric Hessler is managing the market for Main Street Vero Beach. Scheduling the market on Sunday allows people to stop by and shop or get a bite to eat before or after church services. Plenty of parking is available in the street or behind the City of Vero Beach Tennis Courts.
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| 6:30pm - 8:30am | Lagoon Night Sleepover @ Environmental Learning Center
Environmental Learning Center - 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach FL 32963
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. CALL 772-589-5050Bats, owls, raccoons and bioluminescence. Search for them all at the "wildest" sleepover in town: Lagoon Nights at the ELC. Explore the magic of the night on a hike with a Naturalist, pizza for dinner, 10:30 lights out in a carpeted A/C classroom. Reveille in the early morning for more exploring and a farewell breakfast. For organized youth groups; ages 7 - 13. $50/child plus $10/chaperone includes dinner & breakfast. $5 discount for members. Heather Stapleton, ELC Education Coordinator, will tell you all about it: (772) 589-5050 or email: Heather@DiscoverELC.org.
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| 7:30pm | Friday Night Dance Parties
Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department is sponsoring the Friday Night Dance Parties. This Friday Dance Party features D.J Ray Duryea playing the music of the 50's thru today's popular dance tunes. Doors open at 7:30pm. Cost is $10.00 per person. Mixers and munchies will be for sale. For more information call the City of Vero Beach Recreation Department Community Center at (772) 770-6517 or stop in and pick up a flyer. Don't forget the Red White and Blue ball is on Friday July 1, 2011. No Dances on July 8th or 15th, 2011. www.covb.org
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Saturday, January 21
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| ART BY THE SEA
Vero Beach Museum of Art - 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 33163
An annual juried exhibit of art by members of the Vero Beach Art Club and the Vero Beach Museum of Art. This event is an exciting and much anticipated by art collectors and patrons of the arts alike. Held at the Holmes Great Hall in the Vero Beach Museum of Art. Free admission. - JANUARY 20, 21, 22, 2012
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| 10:00am - 11:30am | Radio operated model sailboat races
Indian River Estates - 7400 block, Vero Beach FL
The Treasure Coast Victoria Fleet 105 meets every Saturday, weather permitting, at Indian River Estates in the 7400 block of State Road 60, on the right side. After the guard gate, go to the stop sign and turn right. Follow the road along the water until you come to the dock on your right. We start racing our radio controlled Victoria sailboats at 10 a.m. and finish at approximately 11:30 a.m. There are courses marked off in the water with floating buoys and we decide which course we will run each time we meet. Come out to see the races or try your hand at sailing with the radio controls.
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| 4:00pm | Middle School All-Star Basketball Game
Sebastian River High School - 9001 Shark Boulevard, Sebastian FL 32958
2012 Middle Schools All-Star Basketball Showcase Saturday, January 21st, 2012 Sebastian River High School 4:00 p.m..Exhibition game Florida Comets vs Cape Coast Titans 5:30 p.m..Girls 7:30 p.m..Boys We are selecting student/athlete to play in an All-Star Basketball Showcase for middle school student-athletes from Indian River, Port St. Lucie, Okeechobee, and Brevard counties hosted by the Florida Comets. The showcase will be held on Saturday, January 21st, 2012 at the Sebastian River High School. The event will feature the best girls and boys basketball players in the area along with showcasing local school bands and cheerleading squads. Additional Description $5.00
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| 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Quail Valley Charity Cup Grand Gala
Quail Valley River Club - 2345 A1A, Vero Beach FL 32963
Join over 400 of the other participants from the various events for a great evening featuring an open bar, delicious food stations, live entertainment and a great selection of items to bid on during the Live & Silent auctions. Open only to Charity Cup event participants. Contact Martha Redner at 492-2020 or mredner@quailvalleygolfclub.com Additional Description $75 if not participating
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Sunday, January 22
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| ART BY THE SEA
Vero Beach Museum of Art - 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 33163
An annual juried exhibit of art by members of the Vero Beach Art Club and the Vero Beach Museum of Art. This event is an exciting and much anticipated by art collectors and patrons of the arts alike. Held at the Holmes Great Hall in the Vero Beach Museum of Art. Free admission. - JANUARY 20, 21, 22, 2012
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| 7:30pm | Oberlin Conservatory Showcase: Songsun Lee Memorial Organ Concert
Community Church - 1901 23rd Street, Vero Beach FL
Featuring Dexter Kennedy, Oberlin Organ Scholar in Residence. A stirring recital sponsored by the Songsun Lee Memorial Fund. Cost: Free; offering plate will go around Call for more information: 772-778-1070
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Monday, January 23
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| 9:00am - 10:00am | A.M. Aerobics Exercise Class
Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers A.M. Aerobics. This is a full body workout designed to meet all fitness levels classes are on Monday's, Wednesday's, Thursday's from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. $3.21 per person. Punch cards are available. This class is held at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue. For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org
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| 4:00pm - 6:00pm | The Distinguished Lecturer Series 'General Stanley McChrystal'
The Riverside Theatre - 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 32963
Retired four-star general in the United States Army and former Commander, U.S. Forces Afghanistan. Two Lectures: 4:00 and 6:00. Tickets: $75 & $65 (Lectures on the Stark Stage are sold out. Tickets available in the simulcast room on the Waxlax Stage. Call the Box Office for details.)
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Tuesday, January 24
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| 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Group Dance Lessons
Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers Tuesday group dance lessons. Classes offered are Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Rumba, Cha Cha and many more in a four week session call for the name of the dance being taught by certified instructor Ray Duryea. Cost is $7.00 per person per class Every Tuesday at 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. and at 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. For more information call 770-6517.
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Wednesday, January 25
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| 9:00am - 10:00am | A.M. Aerobics Exercise Class
Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers A.M. Aerobics. This is a full body workout designed to meet all fitness levels classes are on Monday's, Wednesday's, Thursday's from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. $3.21 per person. Punch cards are available. This class is held at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue. For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org
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| 10:00am - 3:00pm | Behind the Scenes Tour of Florida Oceanographic Society
Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at FAU - 5600 US 1 North, Fort Pierce FL 34946
See areas of this marine nature center that the general public doesn't get to see. Then enjoy the wonders of the 750,000 gallon Game Fish Lagoon with 35 different species of aquatic animals including sea turtles, tropical and game fish, and an 8 ft. shark. Cost $18 pp. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. For information and reservations please call 772-242-2559
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| 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Round Dance (like ballroom)
- 4720 69th St., Vero Beach FL 32967
A couples dance (Two step-waltz-cha cha- tango-etc.)easy & fun every Wednesday in January. $6.00 per person (first night free) 4405 N.A1A (across from Jaycee Park)
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| 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Square Dance Beginner Class
- 4720 69th St., Vero Beach FL 32967
Four Couples Dancing Together to Music. Easy & fun every Wednesday in January. $6.00 per person (first night free) 4405 N.A1A (across from Jaycee Park)
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MEETING CALENDAR
- Indian River Bromeliad Society Meets on the 1st 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
- Heart Disease and You Support Group - Meets on the 1st Monday of each month @ Sebastian River Medical Center located at 13695 US Highway-1 in Sebastian. The support groups are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, visit www.sebastianrivermedical.com
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Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group - Meets on the 1st Tuesday
of each month @ 7:00 in Dining Room 1 at Sebastian River Medical located at 13695 US Highway-1 in Sebastian. The support groups are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, visit www.sebastianrivermedical.com
- Rotary Club of Vero Beach Oceanside - Meets Tuesdays at 5:30 pm for fellowship at Indian River Shores Community Center. (Fred Tuerk Road & A1A) Light hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, wine and soft drinks are served before our regular meeting between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm. Call Maureen Labadie for more information. (772) 589-3025.
- The Indian River Genealogical Society Meets monthly on 2nd 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.org.
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Diabetes Support Group - Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at
4:00 p.m. in Dining Room-1 at the Sebastian River Medical Center located at 13695 US Highway-1 in Sebastian. The support groups are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, visit www.sebastianrivermedical.com - Lupus Support Group of IRC - Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month in the Fellowship Hall of Westminster Presbyterian Church,2555 58th Avenue, Vero Beach, FL 32966 at 7 PM. The Lupus Group is a community of patients, family members and friends dedicated to dealing with Lupus or any autoimmune disease, together. Everyone is welcome. For further information call 772 567-3833 or contact by emailGLNEWC@aol.com
- Sebastian Chamber Monthly Luncheon - 2nd Tuesday of the month. Noon - 1:00 @ Capt. Hiram's - Tiffany Room. Cost is $15.00 with reservations by noon on the prior Monday. $20 at the door. Call the Chamber for more information. (772) 589-5969.
- The Indian River County Democratic Party. Meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month @ 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the River House, 305 Acacia Drive, Vero Beach for Dining with The Democrats. Special guests are invited to discuss important issues impacting the political process and the Party's goals and objectives. Bring a dish to serve persons or make a $5.00 donation. For additional information call: 772)226-5267, or visit our website <http://www.indianriverdemocrats.net>.
- Comprehensive Weight Management Support Group - Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm in the Conference Room at Sebastian River Medical Center located at 32965 US Highway-1 in Sebastian. The support groups are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, visit www.sebastianrivermedical.com
- 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
- Treasure Coast Kiwanis Meets Wednesday mornings at 7:00 am to 8:10 at C.J. Cannon's by the airport. www.verokiwanis.com.
- Friends of SafeSpace Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the offices of Schlitt Services, 1717 Indian River Blvd, Suite 300, Vero Beach at 5:15 pm. (SafeSpace offers assistance to victims of domestic violence with a shelter, assistance, support etc) For more information, please contact Nancy Carl at ncarl@davita.com or 772-633-7718.
- 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)234-1779 or www.tpairc.org
- Vero Beach Computer Group General Monthly Meeting is at 7-8:30 pm in 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.
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Bereavement Support Group - Meets Every Thursday of the month at
2:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Sebastian River Medical Center located at 13695 US Highway-1 in Sebastian. The support groups are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, visit www.sebastianrivermedical.com
- Sunbonnet Sue Quilters Guild - We meet Every Thursday and quilt for our own enjoyment. We also make quilts for various charities to raffle and/or give to those less fortunate. We also make quilts for the sheriff's department for trauma victims. We hold a quilt show every 2 years. The next one will be 2013. We have members from beginners to one quilter who has won national recognition. Dues $30/year. Call - 772-770-4659.
- Vero Beach Art Club Meets on the 1st Thursday of the month, 6:30 - 8:30 pm at the Leonhardt Auditorium in the VB Museum of Art, 3001 Riverside Park Dr, Vero Beach 32963, 772-231-0303 and web is www.VeroBeachArtClub.org. each meeting begins with a half hour of food and refreshments, followed by meeting, and ending with a 45 min - hour artist demonstration. These are open and free to the public.
- The Democratic Executive Committee(DEC) of the IRC Democratic Party. Meets on the 1st Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at its headquarters, 1410 19th Place, Vero Beach for its business meeting. For more information call: (772)226-5267, or visit our website <http://www.indianriverdemocrats.net
- 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 Rotary Club of Vero Beach is changing its meeting location, time and day, beginning Thursday September 1, 2011. Meets Thursdays at Joey's, 2075 Indian River Boulevard.The meeting sign-in and socialization will be from 5:00 to 5:30 P.M., meeting will begin at 5:30 and adjourn at 6:30. Appetizers will be served with N/A drinks for a cost of $10.00 per person, drinks from the bar may be purchased at additional cost. Prospective members who are invited may attend one meeting free of charge, because of the vast interest in this new meeting location the maximum attendance will be 20 for the first 30 days. For more information call Jim Parks at 772-562-7663.
- 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 2nd Thursday of every month. www.ircorvettes.com.
- Council of Community Services holds a monthly luncheon monthly meeting on the 2nd Thursday of every month at Regency Park at 12:00 noon. This is a great opportunity to have lunch and network with other local agencies in the area. If you are interested, please feel free to contact Nancy Carl @ Nancy.Carl@davita.com or Althea Powell info@powellshoes.com.
- 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 Christian Business Association Vero Beach Christian Business Association Meets 11:30 am on the 4th Thursday of the month (except in November and December when it's the third Thursday due to the holidays) at The Plaza, 884 17th Street, Vero Beach. A catered lunch buffet is provided by Culinary Capers. Cost is $15 with advance RSVP by the Monday before or $17 after Monday and at the door. Visit www.vbcba.org for meeting dates, times, and topics.
- Indian River Photo Club Meets on the 4th Thursday of the month at the Vero Beach Community Center, 7-9 p.m. For more information contact Hazel Lacks hazellacks@bellsouth.net
- Congestive Heart Failure Support Group - Meets on the 4th Thursday of each month @ 3:00 p.m. in Dining Room 1 at Sebastian River Medical Center located at 13965 US Highway-1 in Sebastian. The support groups are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, visit www.sebastianrivermedical.com
- Sebastian Fishin' Chics - Monthly meeting on last Thursday of every month @ 5:45pm at the Roseland Center, 129 Place off of Roseland Road. Email SebFishinChics@aol.com for more information or go to www.sebastianfishinchics.com.
- Bereavement Support For Men - The group meets the 1st Friday of every month at C.J. Cannon's Restaurant. Free and open to any man experiencing grief from the loss of a spouse, parent, child or other loved one. C.J. Cannon's Restaurant at Vero Beach Municipal Airport 3414 Cherokee Road
- Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group - Meets on the 3rd Friday of each month at 3:00 p.m. in the Sebastian River Medical Center Conference Room located at 32965 US Highway-1 in Sebastian. The support groups are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, visit www.sebastianrivermedical.com
- MOAA Ladies Club luncheon and Program, meets on the 3rd 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.
- Smart Recovery meets every Saturday at 12:30 in the first floor conference room at the Vero Beach Main Library (1600 21st Street) Call for more information: 772-562-6421 or katrovitz@aol.com. Smart Recovery is a non-profit international organization of self help groups with face to face and on-line meetings throughout the world. It is compatible with, but not a 12 step group and is for all addictive behaviors (alcohol, drugs, nicotine,food, gambling, etc).
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