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             Vero Beach, FL - Ed. 2012.1.26                                 

     
   
 
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Boy oh Boy ... Are we excited at FLASH!  You will be too! This is something that you can put right at the top of your list of things you love.  Wait until you get your hands on the new printed Community Calendar from FLASH. We will be printing this calendar monthly and it will list all of the events for that month.  Our calendar will be one of those things that you are going to wonder how you ever did without...right up there with cell phones and computers. It will be all inclusive and will make it simple for you to always know what's happening. Make sure to get yourself a copy. You will be so glad you did! Our distribution list continues to grow, but right now you can pick up your free copy at one of the following locations and/or events starting this weekend.    

* The Vero Beach Book Center

* Vero Beach Community Center

* City of Vero Beach Recreation Facilities Leisure Square   

* Riverside Racquet Complex  

* Chamber of Commerce  

* Drs. Conway and Bucaj

* Penelope's Boutique 

* King of the Hill Tennis Tournament

* Various schools   

* Various community events

* Vero Beach High School performances this weekend

 

If you are interested in your location serving as a distribution point please send us an email. We'll make sure to get you a supply.  

 

We sincerely thank ALL of our FLASHERS for continuing to share us with your friends, family, co-workers, and even strangers on the street! Together we make a great community even better! ENJOY and see you around town!!   

    

Thank you!

Valerie Watkins

Publisher

Vero Beach FLASH, LLC 

DO  NOT  FORGET
EXERCISE ONE OF OUR GREATEST FREEDOMS!
GET  OUT  AND  VOTE  NEXT  TUESDAY
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Florida runs closed primary elections. In Florida, you may only vote for party candidates of the party for which you are registered. Because this is a Republican Primary Election, only persons registered as \"Republican\" are eligible to vote.
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To reduce costs, several polling places have been consolidated throughout the county. Voters affected by these changes have been notified by mail. To verify your polling location, call the Elections Office at 226-3440 or visit

                                       REPURPOSED PALLETS
 
Pallets! Warehouses and yards are full of them. This site has all kinds of ideas on how they can be repurposed to create some pretty cool things!  Take a  look and feed your imagination!

         IT'S A MIRACLE CLEANER! 
This online article describes the stain remover mixture as consisting of one part Dawn dishwashing liquid mixed with two parts HYDROGEN PEROXIDE. You then pour the mixture directly on the stain and watch it disappear!  CLICK HERE 
 
FULL MONTYLAST WEEK
THE FULL MONTY

SHOWING AT RIVERSIDE
 FEBRUARY 5TH

Click Here for Tickets or more information
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Brain Game: Word Bubbles

FLASH has learned that you Flashers love to play games, so we're going to be bringing you more. According to Dr. Oz,  keeping your brain challenged and engaged can actually help to prevent Alzheimer's disease and this word game is one he recommends. Click Here 
 
ISN'T THAT CLEVER ---- AND OH SO EASY!

Make this scarf for under $10 in a matter of moments! Follow  this link to get step by step directions. You'll be amazed at just how simple you can turn a regular T-shirt into a top fashion statement.  Give it a try!   
ORCHESTRA
     2 GREAT MUSICAL EVENTS AT VBHS .
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.


                                          BIG BAND BASH JAZZ CONCERT
Sunday, January 30  7:00   &   Monday, January 31 @ 7:00
Come enjoy a night of pure fun! 

GET SUPER BOWL UPDATE 
 

Now that we know that the Patriots will face the Giants on Sunday, Feb. 6th, you can keep up with their daily practice news and the countdown to the Super Bowl at the NFL website at www.nfl.com 

 

Saint Edwards

SAINT EDWARDS RECEIVES $500,000 FOR FACULTY FUND   The Edward E. Ford Foundation of Portland Maine, which is dedicated to encouraging and improving secondary education in U.S. independent schools, has awarded Saint Edward's School a challenge grant of $50,000. Saint Edward's is among the 20-25 independent schools nationwide chosen this year to receive a grant from the Foundation.

 

In addition, Saint Edward's has received the proceeds from two life insurance policies gifted to the School by John and Barbara Morrison and an additional gift from their daughter Angela Waldrop '98. The planned gift from the Morrison Family and the matching funds from the E.E. Ford Foundation will be used to establish a $500,000 endowed fund for faculty professional development - directed toward faculty summer stipends - to support the training of the faculty to attend conferences, work on advanced degrees and pursue specialized training in their fields. The income from the endowed fund, which will be named The Morrison Waldrop Faculty Summer Stipend Endowed Fund, will provide approximately $20,000 to $25,000 annually to fund a wide array of opportunities for faculty to enhance their teaching skills and pursue continuing education in their fields of study.

                                         COLLEGE MAJORS AND JOBS 

This chart from CBS MONEYWATCH  shows the wide disparity in unemployment rates between college majors. It should come as no surprise in the current housing market that Architecture majors are the highest unemployed at 13.9 percent. The chart also shows the difference in unemployment rates for grads who have experience (like an internship) or a graduate degree. To learn more, Click Here.

 
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n. Baker's Secret for Soft Butter

When you're ready to bake, waiting for cold butter to soften can seem to take forever. Here's how to hurry the process along: Over a mixing bowl, shred the amount of butter you need on a grater. The little pieces will soften faster than a solid stick. In no time, the butter will be bake-worthy.

  luncheon networking          WOMEN'S  NETWORKING  LUNCHEON   

Friday, February 3rd
12:00 - 1:30
$20.00 for lunch
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Club at Pointe West   

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Team FLASH will be attending this enjoyable luncheon.  This is a great group of women and we highly  recommend it as a super way to network and meet other business women in our community.  Everyone is given 30 seconds to introduce themselves and share information on their business and you are invited to  provide printed promotional literature at the information table. This is the week to call and reserve your spot. (800) 396-4050. RSVP deadline is tomorrow ~ Friday, January 27 or reserve you spot online. Click Here
 

                                     WHERE'S GEORGE?

                          

If you have too much time on your hands, (No, we don't know anyone who does either!)  this is an interesting web site that tracks the travels of dollar bills through circulation. This could be a fun thing to do with your children while honing some geography skills! Its users, most of whom mark their bills with the web site address, follow the adventures of their money after it leaves their hands. (Reasonably marking bills is legal.) There is also much more on the site to check out, like forums, user profiles, and the George Store.  To begin your dollar's journey, log in at  www.wheresgeorge.com

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YOURcredit score CREDIT SCORE - WHAT MATTERS AND WHAT DOESN'T 

 

60 percent of people don't know what determines a credit score, according to Visa. Below, the top five factors people think matter - but don't - and five that really do.

 

 

         WHAT DOESN'T MATTER                                  WHAT DOES MATTER

           Employment History                                            Paying on Time

         Interest Rates on Debt                                          Amounts You Owe

               Assets/Savings                                       How Long You've Had Credit

                     Age                                              New Accounts & Credit Checks               Where You Live                            The Number & Type of Account            

FUN-RUN FOR A CAUSE          

FROM MITZ PFEIFER:  Reply

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.  

SOON IT WILL RAIN GOLF BALLS....GET YOURS NOW!            

FROM BARBARA SCHLITT FORD:  Reply

The First Annual Heli-Drop Ball Bash & BBQ to benefit Youth Guidance on Feb. 11th is looking for CHOPPER CHAMPS. Individuals and/or businesses can earn that title by selling 10 golf balls @ $100/ea. or $150/for 2.  All  CHOPPER CHAMPS will receive 2 complimentary tickets to the event. 750 pre-sold numbered golf balls will be dropped onto the cleared field from a helicopter. There will be $10,000 in prizes based  on the number of balls sold. Please consider jumping on board with this great fundraiser?  If you can't swing the entire cost of a golf ball, why not get together with some friends and purchase golf balls and share the prize money. You can call the Youth Guidance office for more info (772-770-5040) or reply above to go to website where you can purchase tickets and/or golf balls. 

CAN YOU HELP FOR HEALTH?           

FROM KIM BRADY:  Reply

Rosewood Magnet Elementary is sponsoring a free event for its families and children to promote health and wellness on Sat. Feb. 25th. We are looking for any mascots, local celebrities, or even donations to reach out to our families and make it a great success. Please reply above with any ideas or connections.  Thank you so much for your support!! 

COMMUNITY SOCIAL HOUR with a VEGETARIAN POTLUCK              

FROM JANIE GRAVES HOOVER:  Reply

Each week from 4 to 5, after our community Farmer's Market, there is a Community Social Hour with a Vegetarian Potluck and Educational Speaker.  Bring your own eating utensils, a dish to share and a chair and sit back, eat and be entertained by one of our community's Healthy Topic Speakers.  If you want to be a speaker yourself, please send an email by replying above.  (Plenty of parking is available in the street or behind the City of Vero Beach Tennis Courts.)  

 

ORGANIZE YOUR KITCHEN CABINETS

 

Trying to keep kitchen cabinets organized can be a full time job! Maybe this slide show from Martha Stewart will help. We especially like her suggestion for storing cups and saucers. Click Here

 

  HEALTH TIP
WHAT ARE PROBIOTICS?
Probiotics are microorganisms such as bacteria or yeast that are believed to improve health. Yogurt is one of the best sources of probiotics. The idea of taking live bacteria or yeast may seem strange at first. After all, we take antibiotics and use antibacterial substances to fight bacteria, but probiotics are "good" bacteria that, among other things, aid in digestion. Although more research is needed, according to Mayo Clinic, there's encouraging evidence that probiotics may also help:
  • Treat diarrhea, especially following treatment with certain antibiotics
  • Prevent and treat vaginal yeast infections and urinary tract infections
  • Treat irritable bowel syndrome
  • Reduce bladder cancer recurrence
  • Speed treatment of certain intestinal infections
  • Prevent and treat eczema in children
  • Prevent or reduce the severity of colds and flu

FROZEN VS. NON-FROZEN YOGURT

According to the LIVESTRONG.COM website, frozen yogurt has less protein and calcium than non-frozen yogurt, but may have as many live and active cultures as non-frozen yogurt! Because frozen yogurt is flash-frozen rather than frozen slowly, the probiotics are not destroyed during the freezing process. Instead, describes the National Yogurt Association, the cultures go into a dormant state in the cold, and then, when you eat the yogurt and heat the cultures back to body temperature, they become active once again and provide the same probiotic health benefits as non-frozen yogurt. Some manufacturers, however, heat-treat their yogurt prior to freezing, and the heating process kills the yogurt cultures. Look for the National Yogurt Association's "Live & Active Cultures" seal on your frozen yogurt to be sure you are buying a product that supplies the health benefits of probiotics.

 

VIDEO OF THE WEEK

 

you tubeThe political scene is already wearing on us!  So... to lighten the mood, why not enjoy a few laughs as you look back at some of the bloopers of past politicians as far back as President Eisenhower. Rick Perry's "1, 2, ...can't remember the 3rd" keeps him in good company!    

CLICK HERE 

DID YOU KNOW!
 Don't fill up if you see the tanker!

If you happen to see a gasoline tanker filling the tanks at your local gas station, come back another day or go to a different station. As the station's underground tanks are being filled, the turbulence can stir up sediment. Sediment in your gas can clog fuel filters and fuel injectors, causing poor performance and possibly necessitating repairs!

RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Another Super Bowl treat from the FLASH kitchen!
 
BAKED ONON RINGS 
INGREDIENTS:

2 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 large sweet yellow onion, cut into rings
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs  
 

PREPARATION:

Combine egg whites, salt and pepper in a bowl; mix well. Dip onion rings into egg mixture. Coat with bread crumbs. Place in single layer on baking sheet. Bake at 450 degrees F for 10 minutes or until golden.

 

NOTE: This recipe will only serve 2 or 3 people, so increase ingredients accordingly.

 
2ND RECIPE OF THE WEEK
And yet another Super Bowl treat from the FLASH kitchen!
BACON WRAPPED SMOKIES 

Ingredients
  • 1 pound Bacon, Cut Into Thirds
  • 1 pound Smokies
  • 1 stick Butter
  • 2 cups Brown Sugar
Directions

Preheat oven to 375F. (This works well with chicken too!) Cut the bacon into thirds and wrap each smokie. Place all the wrapped smokies in a single layer in a baking dish. Then melt the stick of butter and then 1 cup of brown sugar and stir until mixed well. Pour the butter and brown sugar mixture on the smokies and bacon. Then take the other cup of brown sugar and sprinkle evenly over the smokies. Bake them for about 15-20 minutes and then turn the heat up to 400F for about 5 minutes or longer until the bacon becomes crispy. 

 

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          Patti Frantz                 Presbyterian Women              Jes Kennedy

The Presbyterian Women of the First Presbyterian Church raised more than $5,200 for local charities and $750 for the decorating fund for the new Education and Fellowship Building from their holiday luncheon and bazaar. More than $5,200 was raised for local charity and $750 toward PW's decorating fund for the new Education and Fellowship Building. 

   
Karen Smith plays shuffleboard      A fun game of Egg Toss         Jeff Smith plays basketball
with Youth Guidance kids.                                                          with Youth Guidance Kids 

The EXCHANGE CLUB partners with YOUTH GUIDANCE for their annual day of fun at the Vero Beach Sports Village.   

   
Fun at the Friday Night Dance at the Community Center  
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This Week's Events

Thursday, January 26

8:00am - 12:00pmAnnual Barefoot Bay Health Fair

Sebastian River Medical Center - 13695 US Highway 1 , Sebastian FL 32958 

This event is free to the public and sponsored by Sebastian River Medical Center and the Barefoot Bay Community Fund. There will be a variety of free screenings including blood pressure, vision, and hearing tests. Blood profile screenings including cholesterol and lipids will be offered for a minimal charge of $15. Eight hours of fasting is required for this test. Visit the website for more information.

9:00am - 10:00amA.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

10:00amBaby Sign Language Class

Indian River County Main Library - 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

An informal sign language class for birth through 2 year olds. Instruction is followed by a playgroup.

10:30amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

10:30am - 11:30am"Enjoy Life - Choose Laughter"

North Indian River Library - 1001 Sebastian Blvd. , Sebastian FL 32958 

Join Nancy Johnson, the Laughing Lady, as she explores the theme "Enjoy Life - Choose Laughter". Come and join in on the fun! Call Nancy for more information 772.713.6030

11:45amLunch Express Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

12:30pm - 4:00pmDuplicate Bridge

Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 

The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers Duplicate Bridge at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue. This ongoing session is run by bridge director Norman Hinds, 772-589-3741. Cost is $5.00 per person For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org

2:00pm - 4:00pmSebastian Senior Activities Fair

Council Chambers, Sebastian City Hall - 1225 Main Street, Sebastian FL 32958 

Come explore the many classes and programs available to the Sebastian community. Please call our Senior Center Manager, Kelly deLong with any questions 772-469-2062.

4:15pmTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

4:30pmCreative 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.

5:00pm - 9:00pmA Heritage Celebration

- 420 Seaway Drive , South Hutchinson Island, Fort Pierce FL 

Immerse yourself in old Vero artifacts and photos. Learn about the early history of Wabasso and Vero courtesy of Graves Brothers Company, check out the history of the Vero Beach Airport, find out how "Oslo Ridge" got its name and tour the Indian River Citrus Museum located in the Heritage Center. Local authors Pam Cooper, Ellen Stanley, Rody Johnson, Bill Harp and Janie Gould will also be present as well as Charlotte Terry with her audio "Cracker Tales", representatives from Osceola Park and Original Town Neighborhood Associations, Indian River County Historical Society and the Indian River Genealogical Society. You can also get information on the city's Historic Preservation Commission. Tickets for the event are $5.00 per person and may be purchased at the door. Admission is free if you become a NEW member of Vero Heritage that evening. Please have checks made payable to Vero Heritage, Inc. For more information on the event please call 772-770-2263 or e-mail at [email protected].

5:30pmReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

6:00pm2012 King of the Hill Tennis Tournament

The Boulevard Village and Tennis Club - 1620 Boulevard Village Lane, Vero Beach FL 32967 

Area tennis pros compete against one another in high level doubles competition: Thursdays, January 12, 19, 26 and February 2, 9, 16 at 6:00 pm, Contact Gigi Casapu, [email protected]

6:00pmPajama Time

Indian River County Main Library - 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

Storytelling, songs, rhymes and a craft. Pajamas encouraged but not required. Ages 2-8. Free - Appropriate for ages 2 - 8

7:00pmEmerson Center Florida Humanities Series

Emerson Center - 1590 27th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 

"Blue is the New Green: Water Sustainability and the Future of Florida" Cynthia Barnett is a long-time Florida journalist and author of Mirage: Florida & the Vanishing Water of the Eastern U.S., one of the top 10 books that Floridians should read according to the St. Petersburg Times. Call for more information (772) 778-5249. Free Admission

Friday, January 27

9:00amMat Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

9:30amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

10:15amTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

11:15amMat Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

3:00pm - 6:00pmFriday Farmer's Market

Downtown Vero - 2000 14th Avenue , Vero Beach FL 32960 

Come enjoy the community Farmer's Market on Fridays. (14th Avenue/Main Street and 21st Street in front of Pocahontas Park) The market features Organic produce, local honey, juices, artist vendors, Herbs, and more. Each week from 4 to 5 there is a Community Social Hour with a Vegetarian Potluck and Educational Speaker. Bring your own eating utensils, a dish to share and a chair and sit back, eat and be entertained by food tasting and healthy education. If you want to be a speaker yourself, please contact [email protected]. Plenty of parking is available in the street or behind the City of Vero Beach Tennis Courts.

6:30pm - 8:30amLagoon 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: [email protected].

7:00pmFeather WAts

- 492 Old Dixie Highway., Vero Beach FL 

The Indian River County Historical Society will present a two-part program on Friday, January 27 and Saturday, January 28 as part of its "Telling Tales" series for 2011-2012. The IRCHS will show "Feather Wars," a documentary film about the 19th century plundering of Florida's birds for their plumage and the battle to stop the carnage. The film will be shown on Friday, January 27, at 7 pm in the Vero Beach Woman's Club. The Woman's Club is located at 1534 21st Street in downtown Vero Beach.

7:00pm - 9:00pmORCHESTRA CONCERT

Vero Beach High School - 1707 16th Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

"TCHAIKOVSKY & THE BARBER" ORCHESTRA CONCERT CALL 772-564-5537 FOR TICKETS.

7:30pmTemple Beth Shalom "Light Up Sabbath ~ Rock Concert"

Temple Beth Shalom - 365 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach FL 

Temple Beth Shalom Presents an Evening of Music"Light Up Shabbat!" Services- Sheldon Low is the newest face in Jewish music performing rock concerts. As part of an extensive tour of the country, Low will be performing in the main Sanctuary at Temple Beth Shalom. The concert is free and open to the public as one of an on-going series of musical and cultural events underwritten by the Ike and Alezah Eisenstein Music Fund. Call for more information 772-569-4700.

7:30pmFriday 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

Saturday, January 28

8:00am - 1:00pmThe Farmers Market Oceanside

Corner of Dahlia and Ocean Drive - Ocean Dr & Dahlia Ln, Vero Beach FL 

9:00amMat Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

9:00am - 3:00pmRECYCLE ELECTRONICS

Indian River County Fairgrounds - 7955 58th Ave , Vero Beach FL 32967 

The Annual Electronics Recycling Event in Vero Beach will be held on Saturday, January 28 2012 from 9 am to 3 pm at the Indian River County Fairgrounds.

10:00amTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

10:00am - 11:30amRadio 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.

10:00am - 2:00pm2012 Volunteer Fair

Indian River Mall - 6200 20th Street, Vero Beach FL 32966 

Stop by the Indian River mall to discover all of the wonderful volunteer opportunities in our county.

11:00amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

3:00pmOrganic Chocolate Tasting Green Living Workshop

Environmental Learning Center - 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach FL 32963 

$25 per person. Call (772) 589-5050 for more information or to RSVP.

4:00pm - 8:00pmORCHESTRA CONCERT

Vero Beach High School - 1707 16th Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

"TCHAIKOVSKY & THE BARBER" ORCHESTRA CONCERT CALL 772-564-5537 FOR TICKETS.

6:00pmIndian River County Historical Society Telling Tales Series

- 420 Seaway Drive , South Hutchinson Island, Fort Pierce FL 

Join the IRC Historical Society for a walking tour of the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge, the first such refuge in the country, established in 1903. Call for ticket information 772-778-3435.

7:30pmTschaikowski St. Petersburg Symphony Orchestra

Community Church - 1901 23rd Street, Vero Beach FL 

Roman Leontiev, conductor Alexandre Pirozhenko, piano soloist. Ravel Daphnis and Chloe, Suite No. 2 Prokofiev Concerto No. 1 in D Flat Major, Op. 10 Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition - arr. M. Ravel For ticket information or to purchase tickets call 772-778-1070.

Monday, January 30

8:30amTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

Monday, tower pilates class schedule - 8:30, 4:15, and 6:30

9:00am - 10:00amA.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

9:30amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

10:00amNature Nuggets for Little Ones

Environmental Learning Center - 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach FL 32963 

$10 / family. Call (772) 589-5050 for more information.

10:00am - 10:45amStorytime

Indian River County Main Library - 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

2 to 5 year olds and their families are invited to join us for a traditional storytime with storytelling, songs, rhymes, dance and a simple craft. The Children's Winter programs run from January 3rd through April 27th, 2012.

1:00pm - 2:00pm"Enjoy Life - Choose Laughter"

Indian River County Main Library - 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

LAughing LAdy will be presenting Laughter Programs - "Enjoy Life - Choose Laughter". The programs are independent, so come and join in the fun as often as you can! Call Nancy for more information - 772.713.6030

4:15pmTower Pilates Class

- 492 Old Dixie Highway., Vero Beach FL 

5:30pmMat Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

6:00pmTop Chef Qualifying Event

Elks Lodge - 1350 26th Street , Vero Beach 

The premier annual food event in Vero featuring Indian River County's most talented and creative Chefs vying for the title of Vero's Top Chef. Tickets ($40 PP ~ Cash Bar) available online at www.homelessfamilycenter.com or by calling Connie Utter at 772-567-5537x326 Local Chefs prepare small tastes of their most creative cuisine for 300 guests to sample and vote to choose the finalists.

6:30pmTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

7:00pmBig Band Bash!

Vero Beach High School - 1707 16th Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

VBHS Jazz Band and special guests from the Oslo and Storm Grove Middle school Jazz Bands pay tribute to Count Basie Orchestra, louis armstrong, Benny Goodman, Woody Herman, Glenn Miller and Duke Ellington among other band greats. For more information: 772-564-5537 Cost: From $10

Tuesday, January 31

10:30amMat Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

11:45amLunch Express Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

12:30pm - 4:00pmDuplicate Bridge

Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 

The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers Duplicate Bridge at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue. This ongoing session is run by bridge director Norman Hinds, 772-589-3741. Cost is $5.00 per person For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org

4:15pmTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

5:30pmReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

5:30pm - 6:30pmGroup 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.

7:00pmIntermediate County Line Dancing

Bethel Creek House - 4405 N Highway AIA, Vero Beach FL 32963 

The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department is offering Intermediate Line Dancing. This is an ongoing class that can be joined at any time. Instructor Lisa Johns-Grose. Cost is $6.00 per person. Every Tuesday 7:00 p.m.at The Bethel Creek House 4405 North Highway A1A in Vero Beach. For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org

7:00pmBig Band Bash!

Vero Beach High School - 1707 16th Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

VBHS Jazz Band and special guests from the Oslo and Storm Grove Middle school Jazz Bands pay tribute to Count Basie Orchestra, louis armstrong, Benny Goodman, Woody Herman, Glenn Miller and Duke Ellington among other band greats. For more information: 772-564-5537 Cost: From $10

7:30pm - 10:00pmBluegrass, Country & Gospel Music

Heritage Center - 2140 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 

Tuesdays, 7:30-10 p.m. Heritage Bluegrass Band performs

Wednesday, February 1

6:30am - 7:30amDo You Have Happy Feet?

Advanced Motion Therapeutic Inc. - 2965 20th Street, Vero Beach FL 

This event is for EVERYONE from Runners, Cyclists, to those with any kind of Foot problem, injury, or concern. Amberly C. Paradoa, D.P.M. specializes & will be speaking about Common Foot Problems & Injuries followed by a Q&A session. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP 772-567-8585

8:15amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

9:00am - 10:00amA.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

9:30amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

2:00pmDistinquished Professor Series

Vero Beach Museum of Art - 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 33163 

Call (772) 231-0707 for more information

4:00pm - 7:00pmSaving the Gentle Giants

Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at FAU - 5600 US 1 North, Fort Pierce FL 34946 

Join Larry Taylor, Project Manager for the Manatee Protection Systems Program since 1997, as he describes these innovative solutions and the successful installations at 18 flood gates and 8 boat locks. Appetizer buffet and cash bar follow the presentation. The lectures are open to the public, free of charge and reservations are not required. For more information please call (772) 242-2506.

5:00pm - 7:00pmGrand Opening ~ The Center for Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine

Sebastian River Medical Center - 13695 US Highway 1 , Sebastian FL 32958 

Community members are encouraged to attend the event to receive tours of the facility and learn about the benefits of using hyperbaric chambers, and how the team works together to treat hard-to-heal wounds. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. Call The Center for Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine at 772-581-2070 for more information.

6:00pm - 7:00pmRound Dance (like ballroom)

- 492 Old Dixie Highway., Vero Beach FL 

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)

7:00pmWillie Nelson

Sunrise Theatre - 117 South Second Street, Fort Pierce FL 

Call for more information or for tickets. 7724614775

7:00pm - 8:30pmSquare 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)

Next Weeks's Events

Thursday, February 2

The World Goes Round

The Riverside Theatre - 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 32963 

"Sometimes you're happy and sometimes you're sad - but the world goes 'round." From the creators of the Broadway smashes Cabaret and Chicago comes this stunning revue of the songs of John Kander and Fred Ebb. February 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 @ 8pm February 4, 5, 8, 11, 12 @ 2pm Tickets: Adults $43 and Students under 17 $23

9:00am - 10:00amA.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

10:00amBaby Sign Language Class

Indian River County Main Library - 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

An informal sign language class for birth through 2 year olds. Instruction is followed by a playgroup.

10:30amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

11:45amLunch Express Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

12:00pm - 1:00pm"Alternative Healing for Pets"

Humane Society shelter's Adoption and Education building - 6230 77th St., Vero Beach Florida 

A free seminar by VB Veterinarian Lisa Jutras, will outline various treatments for animals with a focus on acupuncture. Attendees are encouraged to bring pet food, pet toys or gently used blankets and towels to help shelter animals. For more information or to RSVP call 388-3331 X218.

12:30pm - 4:00pmDuplicate Bridge

Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 

The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers Duplicate Bridge at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue. This ongoing session is run by bridge director Norman Hinds, 772-589-3741. Cost is $5.00 per person For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org

4:15pmTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

4:30pmCreative 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.

5:30pmReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

6:00pm2012 King of the Hill Tennis Tournament

The Boulevard Village and Tennis Club - 1620 Boulevard Village Lane, Vero Beach FL 32967 

Area tennis pros compete against one another in high level doubles competition: Thursdays, February 2, 9, 16 at 6:00 pm, Contact Gigi Casapu, [email protected] for more information.

6:00pmPajama Time

Indian River County Main Library - 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

Storytelling, songs, rhymes and a craft. Pajamas encouraged but not required. Ages 2-8. Free - Appropriate for ages 2 - 8

6:30pmPainting Technique Demonstration

Darby Fine Art - 1902 14th Ave, Vero Beach FL 

John Ebersberger, noted impressionist painter and long time student of American Impressionist Henry Henschel will discuss his unique painting technique designed to help beginners as well as advanced painters. Technique based on direct observation of color and light. Open and free to the public at all levels of experience.

7:00pm"Cinderella the Musical"

Vero Beach Theatre Guild - 2020 San Juan Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

Indian River Charter High School's Visual and Performing Arts program are back with an enchanting performance of the worlds most famous fairytale. Indian River Charter High School students, under the direction of Michael Naffziger, have spent months preparing for this production. Audiences will enjoy performances from talented IRCHS student actors, dancers, and orchestra. Tickets are on sale for $20.00 and can be purchased at www.irchs.org for the following shows: Thursday, February 2nd at 7pm, Friday, February 3rd at 7pm, Saturday, February 4th at 2pm and 7pm and Sunday, February 5th at 2pm.

8:00pmAtlantic Classical Orchestra

Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts (Saint Ed's) - 1895 St. Edwards Drive , Vero Beach FL 32963 

Maestro Stewart Robertson, presents Mendelsohn's Overture - A Midsummer Night's Dream, Barber's Adagio for Strings, Schumann's Overture, Scherzo and Finale, and Beethoven's Fourth Symphony.

Friday, February 3

The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr.

Riverside Children's Theatre - 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 32963 

Stanley Lambchop is an normal, ordinary boy. But that's just the problem: for Stanley, life is too normal and ordinary until his bulletin board fell and flattens him. The adventures begin...come journey with Stanley. SHOW DATES & TIMES: 1:30 show time - Feb. 4, 5, 11, 18, 25, 26 7:30 show time - Feb. 3, 24

8:30amWalking/Buggy Tour of Padgett Creek Ranch

- 4720 69th St., Vero Beach FL 32967 

Each tour is limited to 30 guests. Reservations will be accepted on a first come/first served basis to the IR Land Trust office. Members have priority registration. Registration will open to the public two weeks prior to each tour by calling for more info and directions 794-0701.

9:00amMat Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

9:00am - 4:00pmFamily Campout at ELC

Environmental Learning Center - 255 Live Oak Drive, Wabasso Island, Vero Beach FL 32963 

Come enjoy this 3 day 2 night campout sponsored by the Environmental Learning Center. You will enjoy precious 'Family Time' and will paddle out by kayak to one of the nearby islands where you will camp out for 2 nights. Fee includes tent, guide, kayak rental, gear, food, snacks and drinks. $305/child $425/adult. You are guaranteed to return in time for the Superbowl. Reservations required. (772) 589-5050

9:30amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

10:00am - 2:00pmFarmer'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.

10:00am - 5:30pmIndian River Blood Drive

Indian River Federal Credit Union's Vero Beach office - 2800 20th Street, Vero Beach FL 

Donors must present ID. Light refreshments will be provided for donors. For more information, visit www.indianriverbloodbank.com or www.irfcu.com

10:15amTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

11:15amMat Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

12:00pm - 1:30pmIndian River Networker Luncheon for Business Women

Pointe West - 1999 Pointe West Drive, Vero Beach FL 32966 

Luncheons are open to everyone to come network. $20 RSVP required. Call 1-800-252-4437.

3:00pm - 6:00pmFriday Farmer's Market

Downtown Vero - 2000 14th Avenue , Vero Beach FL 32960 

Come enjoy the community Farmer's Market on Fridays. (14th Avenue/Main Street and 21st Street in front of Pocahontas Park) The market features Organic produce, local honey, juices, artist vendors, Herbs, and more. Each week from 4 to 5 there is a Community Social Hour with a Vegetarian Potluck and Educational Speaker. Bring your own eating utensils, a dish to share and a chair and sit back, eat and be entertained by food tasting and healthy education. If you want to be a speaker yourself, please contact [email protected]. Plenty of parking is available in the street or behind the City of Vero Beach Tennis Courts.

5:00pm - 8:00pmFriday Gallery Stroll

Gallery 14 - 1911 14TH AVENUE , VERO BEACH FL 32960 

Start out February 2012 by strolling the Downtown Dine and Design District. See artists demonstrating their artwork and view the special exhibits at the nine galleries on 14th Avenue in Historic Downtown Vero Beach. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Gallery 14 at 562-5525 or the Artists Guild Gallery at 299-1234.

5:00pm - 8:00pmOPENING RECEPTION

Artist Guild Gallery - 1974 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 

This opening reception will coincide with the Downtown Gallery Stroll. Artists Guild Gallery presents "People Places and Things," impressionist works in oil by Guest Artist Charlotte M. Dickinson, Founder of the American Impressionist Society, on view February 1st through February 29th. Gallery Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sat. 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 772-299-1234 . Free and open to the public

6:30pm - 8:30amLagoon 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: [email protected].

7:00pm"Cinderella the Musical"

Vero Beach Theatre Guild - 2020 San Juan Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

Indian River Charter High School's Visual and Performing Arts program are back with an enchanting performance of the worlds most famous fairytale. Indian River Charter High School students, under the direction of Michael Naffziger, have spent months preparing for this production. Audiences will enjoy performances from talented IRCHS student actors, dancers, and orchestra. Tickets are on sale for $20.00 and can be purchased at www.irchs.org for the following shows: Friday, February 3rd at 7pm, Saturday, February 4th at 2pm and 7pm and Sunday, February 5th at 2pm.

7:30pmFriday 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

Saturday, February 4

8:00am - 12:00pmRummage Sale

Leisure Square's CENTERSTAGE - 3705 16TH St, Vero Beach FL 

The City of VB Recreation Dept sponsors this sale to benefit the Performing Arts and Gymnastics Depts. For more information call Angie Holshouser 770-3775.

8:00am - 1:00pmThe Farmers Market Oceanside

Corner of Dahlia and Ocean Drive - Ocean Dr & Dahlia Ln, Vero Beach FL 

8:30am10th Annual Sporting Clays Charity Shoot

Indian River Trap & Skeet Club - 5925 82nd Avenue, Vero Beach Fl 

Come support this event to benefit the Sun Up Center. Call 770-7726 for more information

9:00amMat Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

9:00am - 3:00pmRIDES Extravaganza and Smokin Flamez BBQ Competition

Indian River County Fairgrounds - 7955 58th Ave , Vero Beach FL 32967 

Affordable, fun activities for the whole family including live music, mechanical bull rides, kids lane with activities and prizes, and much more! Children 10 and under have free admission, and all others can enjoy the day for only $5.00.

9:00am - 5:00pm11th Annual Gardenfest

Riverside Park - 3001 Riverside Drive, Vero Beach FL 

Attracting more than 20,000 garden enthusiasts, Gardenfest includes over 75 vendors, chosen by invitation, display a wide variety of native plants, orchids, herbs, succulents, roses, ferns, shrubs, bamboo, palms, fruit trees and more - all complemented by garden accessories including pottery, fountains, furniture and lighting. For a complete listing of special programs presented by experts go to http://www.gardenclubofirc.org/Gardenfest.html

10:00amTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

10:00am - 11:30amRadio 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.

11:00amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

2:00pm"Cinderella the Musical"

Vero Beach Theatre Guild - 2020 San Juan Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

Indian River Charter High School's Visual and Performing Arts program are back with an enchanting performance of the worlds most famous fairytale. Indian River Charter High School students, under the direction of Michael Naffziger, have spent months preparing for this production. Audiences will enjoy performances from talented IRCHS student actors, dancers, and orchestra. Tickets are on sale for $20.00 and can be purchased at www.irchs.org for the following shows: February 4th at 2pm and 7pm and Sunday, February 5th at 2pm.

6:30pm - 10:00pmD'Art for Art

Vero Beach Museum of Art - 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 33163 

Vero Beach Museum of Art gala fundraiser. Tickets $500. Call 231-0707 for more information

6:45pmSTAR PARTY

Sebastian Inlet State Park - 9700 S. A1A 

Star Party hosted by the Indian River Astronomical Society, at the Day Use Area, located 1/2 mile south of the Sebastian Inlet bridge, on the east side of A1A. Powerful telescopes provided or bring your own. Note* Weather and clouds permitting.

7:00pmEmerson Center Celebrated Speakers Series

Emerson Center - 1590 27th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 

Mark Shields, nationally known columnist and commentator, Mark Shields is referred to, by The Wall Street Journal, as the "wittiest political analyst around." Mr. Shields is a regular panelist on Inside Washington, seen on both ABC and PBS. (772) 778-5249 http://www.TheEmersonCenter.org ~ $65/person

7:00pm - 9:00pmBluegrass at Sebastian Inlet

Sebastian Inlet State Park - 9700 S. A1A 

Enjoy pickin' and a grinnin' with bluegrass music by Atlantic Bluegrass. The concert takes place at the pavilions on Coconut Point, located on the South side of Sebastian Inlet. For more Information about Atlantic Bluegrass visit www.myspace.com/atlanticbluegrass. Sebastian Inlet State Park

Sunday, February 5

9:00am - 4:00pm11th Annual Gardenfest

Riverside Park - 3001 Riverside Drive, Vero Beach FL 

Attracting more than 20,000 garden enthusiasts, Gardenfest includes over 75 vendors, chosen by invitation, display a wide variety of native plants, orchids, herbs, succulents, roses, ferns, shrubs, bamboo, palms, fruit trees and more - all complemented by garden accessories including pottery, fountains, furniture and lighting. For a complete listing of special programs presented by experts go to http://www.gardenclubofirc.org/Gardenfest.html.

10:00am - 4:00pmVero Beach Art Club Art Fair

Humiston Park - 3000 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach FL 32963 

Members of the Vero Beach Art Club will display and sell their work. Call 231-0303 for more information

2:00pm"Cinderella the Musical"

Vero Beach Theatre Guild - 2020 San Juan Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

Indian River Charter High School's Visual and Performing Arts program are back with an enchanting performance of the worlds most famous fairytale. Indian River Charter High School students, under the direction of Michael Naffziger, have spent months preparing for this production. Audiences will enjoy performances from talented IRCHS student actors, dancers, and orchestra. Tickets are on sale for $20.00 and can be purchased at www.irchs.org for the last show: Sunday, February 5th at 2pm.

Monday, February 6

8:30amTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

Monday, tower pilates class schedule - 8:30, 4:15, and 6:30

9:00am - 10:00amA.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

9:30amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

10:00am - 10:45amStorytime

Indian River County Main Library - 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

2 to 5 year olds and their families are invited to join us for a traditional storytime with storytelling, songs, rhymes, dance and a simple craft. The Children's Winter programs run from January 3rd through April 27th, 2012.

1:00pm - 2:00pm"Enjoy Life - Choose Laughter"

Indian River County Main Library - 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach FL 32960 

Laughing Lady will be presenting Laughter Programs - "Enjoy Life - Choose Laughter". The programs are independent, so come and join in the fun as often as you can! Call Nancy for more information - 772.713.6030 Jan. 16, Jan. 23, Jan. 30, Feb. 6 and Feb. 13 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

4:15pmTower Pilates Class

- 492 Old Dixie Highway., Vero Beach FL 

5:30pmMat Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

5:30pm - 7:30pmWalker Bros. Circus

Indian River County Fairgrounds - 7955 58th Ave , Vero Beach FL 32967 

FOR ADDITIONAL TICKET INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 800 528 6577 or visit the website.

6:00pmHumane Society of the Treasure Coast's Paws and Claws Gala

Vero Beach Museum of Art - 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach FL 33163 

This is a fun evening, "A Night at the Museum" to benefit the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast's annual Paws and Claws Gala. Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast

6:30pmTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

Tuesday, February 7

10:30amMat Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

11:45amLunch Express Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

12:30pm - 4:00pmDuplicate Bridge

Vero Beach Community Center - 2266 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 

The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department offers Duplicate Bridge at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue. This ongoing session is run by bridge director Norman Hinds, 772-589-3741. Cost is $5.00 per person For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org

2:00pm - 4:00pmNon-profit Information Fair

Schumann Hall Senior Center - 686 14th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960 

The Senior Resource Association is hosting a "Non-profit Information Fair" The Non-Profit Information Fair will provide Non-Profit organizations in Indian River County a prime opportunity to inform the public on their mission, activities, and volunteer options. For more information, contact Kelly de Long, Senior Center manager, at (772) 469-2062.

4:15pmTower Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

5:30pmReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

5:30pm - 6:30pmGroup 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.

7:00pmIntermediate County Line Dancing

Bethel Creek House - 4405 N Highway AIA, Vero Beach FL 32963 

The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department is offering Intermediate Line Dancing. This is an ongoing class that can be joined at any time. Instructor Lisa Johns-Grose. Cost is $6.00 per person. Every Tuesday 7:00 p.m.at The Bethel Creek House 4405 North Highway A1A in Vero Beach. For more information call 770-6517. www.covb.org

7:00pmDiscover Saint Edward's School (Open House)

Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts (Saint Ed's) - 1895 St. Edwards Drive , Vero Beach FL 32963 

Parents of school age children are invited to campus to discover the difference Saint Edward's can make in the life of their children. Call for more info. 772-492-2360

7:30pm - 10:00pmBluegrass, Country & Gospel Music

Heritage Center - 2140 14th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 

Tuesdays, 7:30-10 p.m. Heritage Bluegrass Band performs

Wednesday, February 8

8:15amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

9:00am - 10:00amA.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

9:30amReformer Pilates Class

Vero Beach Pilates - 1060 6th Avenue, Vero Beach FL 32960 

4:00pm - 7:00pmSeagrass Monitoring in the Indian River Lagoon

Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at FAU - 5600 US 1 North, Fort Pierce FL 34946 

"Seagrass Monitoring in the Indian River Lagoon - No Such Thing as Status Quo" - Lori Morris, St. Johns River Water Management District - Positive trends in IRL seagrass coverage has been the story over the past 17 years. However, what appeared to be a functioning, balanced estuary has recently tipped into a spiraling decline. Can the balance be restored?

6:00pm - 7:00pmRound Dance (like ballroom)

- 492 Old Dixie Highway., Vero Beach FL 

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)

7:00pm - 8:30pmSquare 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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  • 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  
  • 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 6:00 - 7:00pm. 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.
  • 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 email[email protected] 
  • 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 [email protected] 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.
  • 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 @ [email protected] or Althea Powell [email protected].
  • 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 [email protected]  
  • 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected]. 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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