I'm so happy to see that more of you are using our Community Bulletin Board in FLASH. In the busy times we live in today, it seems that we frequently don't get to know our neighbors as much as folks used to. Our Bulletin Board is a great way to bring together people of like interests to ask for advice about something you want to do, to sell an item, to get must see things for a planned trip destination or even to let people know about your garage sale. Remember, it costs nothing to post unless you are selling something, then there is a small fee of $20 for individuals (not businesses) This is a great spot for newcomers to our area to get the scoop on all things local. Make sure you share FLASH with them! Be sure to check out the posts on the Board this week. Click here to send us a post and tap into the expertise of our 4,000 plus FLASHERS. It's fun and oh so easy! ...HAPPY FLASHING!
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Vero Beach FLASH, LLC
DINE OUT TO HELP TODAY, JULY 19th, you can Dine at Chili's anytime between 11 am - 11 pm, and Vero Beach Christian Business Association gets 10% of your meal purchase! Friday, JULY 27th, Dine at Crispers between 5:30 - 8:30 and 20% of your meal check will be donated to VBCBA and the ministries supported by the Vero Beach Christian Business Association. A flyer is required and may be accessed by clicking the appropriate image above. Simply print and take with you!
DID YOU KNOW
For easy removal of those pesky stickers...Try this!
Heat the stickers with your blow dryer. The heat loosens the glue and allows you to easily peel off the sticker. No more damaged manicures or frustrating moments!
BREAKING THE NUMBERS' CODES
More and more it seems that we're becoming known by our number...be it our Social Security number, our Driver's License number, or our Credit Card number. Did you know that there are codes embedded in these numbers? The first three digits of the Social Security number are known as the 'area number'. Prior to 1972, the code showed what state issued the card. On cards issued after 1972, the code reflects the zip code (region) of the state of the applicant's mailing address. In Florida the numbers are 261-267 and 589-595. (There are some exceptions, however, such as a set of numbers which were assigned to railroad employees prior to the 1970's.) To view the numbers for each state, Click Here
Embedded in your Driver's License is your name, gender and date of birth. You'll recognize your birth year, but not the others. This license calculator will show you how it works. Click Here
Finally, the first six digits of your Credit Card designate the industry (banking, airlines, etc.) and the issuer's name (Visa, etc.). The remaining numbers are your account number. To learn more, Click Here
Knowing these codes may help merchants recognize fake cards and licenses.
SURPRISING FACTS ABOUT DOGS AND CATS
The smartest, best-trained dog breeds are similar to a
2-year-old child in their ability to understand human speech. They can understand up to 250 words. This slideshow from WebMd tells which breeds are likely to have the "best vocabulary" and also separates facts from myths about our pets. Click here.
UPDATE
A very special thank you to so many of our FLASHERS who took action yesterday and reached out to our Commissioners on the behalf of Youth Guidance! I thank you from the bottom of my heart and appreciate hearing back from so many of you. Below are excerpts of a note from Barbara Schlitt Ford, Executive Director for Youth Guidance.
Together we can in fact make a difference ... and today we did! THANK YOU!
"We were thrilled at the county budget hearing this morning when the Commissioners did not even let us present, but instead had a brief discussion about the merits of Youth Guidance, and then unanimously voted to maintain YG funding at the current rate ($66k) for the upcoming fiscal year!
Many heartfelt thanks to all of the people that emailed and called the Commissioners to express your support. I fully believe this was instrumental in the Commissioners' decision"
UNDERSTANDING FATS
All fats have the same amount of calories, but some are more harmful than others: saturated fats and trans fats in particular.
Saturated fats are derived from animal products such as meat, dairy and eggs. But they are also found in some plant-based sources such as coconut, palm and palm kernel oils. These fats are solid at room temperature. Saturated fats directly raise total and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels.
Trans Fats or Hydrogenated Fats are actually unsaturated fats, but they can raise total and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels while also lowering HDL (good) cholesterol levels. Trans fats are used to extend the shelf life of processed foods. Any item that contains "hydrogenated oil" likely contains trans fats. Hydrogenation is the chemical process that changes liquid oils into solid fats. (Example: Margarine would not be hard without them.) Since 2006, all food manufacturers are required to list trans fat content on food labels.
Unsaturated fats are Monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats. They are fatty acids derived from vegetables and plants.
Monounsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature, but begin to solidify at cold temperatures. This type of fat is preferable to other types of fat and can be found in olives, olive oil, nuts, peanut oil, canola oil and avocados. Some studies have shown that these kinds of fats can actually lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and maintain HDL (good) cholesterol.
Polyunsaturated fats are also liquid at room temperature. These are found in safflower, sesame, corn, cottonseed and soybean oils. This type of fat has also been shown to reduce levels of LDL cholesterol, but too much can also lower your HDL cholesterol.
Omega-3 fatty acids
These include an "essential" fatty acid, which means it's critical for our health but cannot be manufactured by our bodies. Good sources of Omega-3 include cold-water fish, flax seed, soy, and walnuts. These fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and also boost our immune systems.
So read those food labels carefully and choose your fats wisely. As a rule of thumb, liquid fats are better for you than solid fats.
UVA and UVB RAYS
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?
The sunlight that reaches us is made up of two types of harmful rays: long wave ultraviolet A (UVA) and short wave ultraviolet B (UVB). Basically, UVA rays can age us and UVB rays can burn us. Overexposure to either can damage the skin. There's also a third type of ray, UVC - these are the shortest and strongest, but thankfully they're absorbed by theozoneand don't typically reach the Earth.
UVA rays, the "wrinkling ray," penetrate deep into the dermis, the skin's thickest layer. You're almost never safe from exposure to UVA rays as they can go through windows, light clothing and even your windshield, so if you're outside you're getting exposed to UVA rays. Prolonged exposure of UVA cracks and shrinks the collagen
and elastin of our skin. They are less likely than UVB to cause sunburn, but UVA penetrates the skin moredeeply, causing wrinkling and leathering of the skin. Unprotected exposure can lead to premature skin aging and suppression of the immune system. And when your skin's defenses are down, you're at risk for skin cancer. UVB rays, the "tanning ray," will usually burn the superficial layers of your skin. Prolonged exposure of UVA cracks and shrinks the collagen and elastin of our skin. UVB rays are more potent than UVA in producing sunburn. Therefore these rays are considered the main cause of skin cancers, (basal and squamous cell carcinomas and melanoma).The intensity of UVB rays vary by season, location and time of day, with 10AM to 4PM being the peak hours. Sunburned skin doesn't just feel awful, it can cause permanent damage over time.
Use a sunscreen with an SPF (sun protection factor) of 30-50. Higher than that has not proven to be any more effective. Apply one ounce (5 to 6 teaspoons) to cover the entire body 1/2 hour before you go outside and every two hours thereafter.
TREASURE HUNTING IN OUR OWN BACKYARD!
If you've lived in Vero for awhile, you know the story of the lost fleet of 11 Spanish galleons that were wrecked in a hurricane in 1715, scattering their cargo close to the shorelines. Millions of dollars worth of gold and silver coins, jewelry, ship artifacts and other relics were strewn along the east-central coast of Florida. The first major salvage discovery in 1961 brought international attention to our area and caused it to become known as the Treasure Coast.
As recently as June of 2010, Captain Greg Bounds and his team found a four foot cannon and 22 gold coins in only waist deep water near a public beach just off of the coast of Indian River Shores. Altogether, the sites of six of the sunken ships have been found, the bulk of the treasure - including the queen's jewels, estimated to be worth close to $900 million - still hasn't been recovered. So, there's still plenty for you to find.
If you want to join in the fun, you can get a metal detector for as little as $60 for the kids "junior" model, on up to several hundred for the more sophisticated ones. They're available at some local stores or online. Commercial treasure hunters must have permits, but Indian River County doesn't have any rules for collecting on the beach. Many folks have found gold and diamond rings and it's "finders /keepers". Be warned, though. All our family ever found were the metal tabs from soda cans! But, we still enjoy looking!
NO TIME FOR EXERCISE?
Dr. Oz says it's easy to turn your everyday chores into exercise. Here are his suggestions along with a chart for how many calories you will burn with each chore. Click Here
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The IR Genealogy Department is having a silent art auction to help raise funds to buy new computer processors and a Book Reader. The 19 paintings donated by 14 local artists are displayed for bidding until September 12th at the main library - 2nd floor - 1600 21st St., Vero Beach. Sponsored by The Friends of the Library. If you have any questions please reply above or call (772) 567-7880. Thank you!
Pickleball is a fun, energetic game that I call "less strenuous tennis". It's been a real hit in some areas, but unfortunately no one is playing here in Vero Beach. If anyone is interested in starting pickleball here, perhaps we can get some courts to play on locally. Right now some folks are driving to Ft. Pierce to play. If you're not familiar with pickleball, google it for some great information and hopefully you'll get hooked.
Hey FLASHERS! Check out I'd Rather Be ... Having Fun! It's a new group of single and married locals who want to meet new people. Events are posted each month that members can take part in. Anything from Dinner and a movie or a Comedy show to a Tree Top Trek Adventure at the Brevard Zoo. Check out
the upcoming events. Membership dues are only $5 a year to help cover the cost of the website. Please reply above if you have any questions. All are welcome! Come have fun and meet new people!
The exchange club meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at Culinary Capers. Anyone interested in joining the Exchange Club of the Treasure Coast can contact me and attend as my guest for a delicious free lunch and be enlightened as to what the Exchange Club does for our Community. Cindy Bruhn, President-Elect (772) 321-4005
The Youth Sailing Foundation will host their 'Chili Cook-Off' on August 11th. What would a chili cook-off be without your chili? All entries will receive two complimentary admission tickets to the event. If you are interested, please reply above or call (772) 567-9000.
Anyone have a fat free salad dressing that isn't gross! Is there really such a thing? Would love suggestions! If you say Balsamic Vinegar, I might cry! Bottled or home-made...all suggestions are appreciated.
To check out the fastest growing Moms organization on the Treasure Coast!
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Submit pictures by including them in an email. Click Here
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You're invited! 2012 Tour de Turtles Kick Off
SOCIAL & SILENT AUCTION
Saturday, July 28th starting at 6 pm at the Barrier Island Center, 8385 S Hwy A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951.
Join us as we kick off Tour de Turtles with a celebration featuring hors d'oeuvres, refreshments, local music by 23 Treez and a silent auction to benefit sea turtle conservation in Brevard County. Tickets are available for advance purchase online or at the Barrier Island Center for $20. The deadline to purchase tickets at the $20 price is midnight tomorrow, July 20, 2012. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $35. To purchase tickets online, visit https://www.conserveturtles.org/Secure/tdt-kickoff.php. Parking is limited. Carpooling is recommended. Shuttle service will be available starting at 5:30 at Chapel by the Sea, .25 mile north of Barrier Island Center. WWW.TOURDETURTLES.ORG
Go social with sea turtles! Follow us on Twitter @conserveturtles and Like our page on Facebook at www.facebook.com/conserveturtles for updates about Tour de Turtles.
Check out the different weekly camp schedules that run from June 4th through August 3rd.
The darker the fish ~ The better the day for fishing
VIDEO OF THE WEEK
You will hopefully enjoy this clip of a very young (27 yr. old) Ellen Degeneres in her first network appearance on the JOHNNY CARSON SHOW. Stay with it until she has a conversation with God towards the end of the clip. Click Here
ENJOY!
A PRODUCT THAT WE'VE REDISCOVERED!
Years ago, when the 'squirty' cans of whipped cream first came on the market, our family kept one in the fridge all the time. Then, I guess the novelty wore off and, except on special occasions, we pretty much forgot about them. Well, we'll never make that mistake again! Our family has been creating all kinds of luscious and low-cal treats with it this summer. A couple of squirts are only 15-20 calories and turns fresh fruit into a rich dessert. It's also good on instant pudding made with a sugar-free mix and skim milk. We've also make our own 'latte' with coffee, skim milk, crushed ice, sweetener and the whipped cream, and it's a nice cool treat after topping a glass of low-fat chocolate milk.
A WARM SUMMER TREAT
Okay FLASHERS...You are going to love this one! It's so easy too! If you love warm pies and cobblers with a dollop of ice cream, but not the calories...Then this week's recipe is for you? This gives you that same treat with many fewer calories. Truly...! You can use any seasonal fruit that you like. Below is the mixture we have tried at FLASH. You can increase the fruit portions depending on how many people you will be serving.
2 pealed apples
1 partially ripe mango
(Cut into bite sizes and simmer in a skillet for a couple of minutes with a couple of tablespoons of water and 1-tablespoon of butter)
Then add your softer fruits ... we used
1 banana
1/2 cup of blueberries
Cook for an additional 2 minutes or to desired firmness
You might need to add a little bit more water. Keep enough liquid in the pan so that it creates its magic and makes a delicious fruity syrup from the sugars and juice in the fruit.
You can add some Cinnamon, allspice, and even some brandy if you'd like.
Spoon a portion of fruit in a bowl and then add some squirty whipped cream. The canned whipped cream even comes in a no fat version. This is so yummy ....
ENJOY!!!
*Warning...this is addictive and you will want to make it every night because it is so easy and takes very little time.
Parents and Grandparents of children age 3 to 6 are invited to explore why the early childhood program at Saint Edward's School has an extraordinary impact on the lives of young people - an impact that results in young adults with strong self-esteem, a natural curiosity and love of learning, courteous manners and kind natures, and well-developed leadership skills. Join us see for yourself that the difference is truly extraordinary. Please r.s.v.p. to Pamela Zeuner at pzeuner@steds.org or call her at 772-492-2360.
For many people with epilepsy the fear of another seizure and the feeling of isolation compounds the normal stress of every day life. A support group offers a connection to others with similar situations and the benefit of their experiences. Join us tonight and meet Lucky and Brando...service dogs in training. The Please call for more information (772) 561-478-6515.
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
Come dine at Chili's anytime between 11 am - 11 pm, and Vero Beach Christian Business Association gets 10% of your meal purchase! A flyer is required and may be accessed by clicking the link. Simply print and take with you!
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
Rumplestiltskin Puppet Show and Mini-Puppet Making Workshop: Tickets required for Workshop only. Workshop is appropriate for Kindergarten through 5th Graders only. The Puppet Show is for all ages, no tickets required. Cost: Call for tickets and prices 772-770-5060
Find fresh fruits, vegetables and on 14th Avenue in Downtown Vero Beach. "Promoting Organic and Sustainable Living" Every Friday from 11-6 p.m. Free and open to the public. Please contact Jennifer Festa if you are interested in a vendor spot for only $15. Call 696-5251 for more information
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.
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department is sponsoring the Friday Night Dance Parties at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue in downtown Vero Beach. 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. Upcoming specialty Friday Dances held will be the Valentine Ball on February 10th , 2012 and the St. Patrick's Ball March 16th, 2012. 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, or visit the website at www.covb.org
This year's festival theme is "Sizzling Summer Marine Bargains". Hundreds of vendors will exhibit and sell their marine related merchandise and services during the two day festival. Many will be selling overstocked, new and used marine equipment, as well as 'scratch and dent' merchandise or products that are overstocked or older models, all at a fraction of the original retail cost. For information and discount tickets, visit the website or contact Under the Sun Promotions, Inc. at 954-205-7813
Tour Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Dinner at Dixie Crossroads (on your own). Depart Cracker Barrel near junction of Route #60 and I-95 (the outlet mall of Vero Beach) at 4:30pm. Return around midnight. During the warm summer months the waters of the Indian River Lagoon come alive with bioluminescence. Tiny dinoflagellates make the water light up and speeding fish become underwater fireworks. Then, huge schools of flying mullet make your evening one you will never forget! $35 pp for kayak trip. Call (772) 242-2559 for information and reservations.
This year's festival theme is "Sizzling Summer Marine Bargains". Hundreds of vendors will exhibit and sell their marine related merchandise and services during the two day festival. Many will be selling overstocked, new and used marine equipment, as well as 'scratch and dent' merchandise or products that are overstocked or older models, all at a fraction of the original retail cost. For information and discount tickets, visit the website or contact Under the Sun Promotions, Inc. at 954-205-7813
In just four minutes, the bustling Overture to The Marriage of Figaro sets the stage perfectly for the sophisticated and witty four act opera that is to follow. Written in a matter of hours just before the opera's first performance, Mozart's main concern appears to have been to give his audience an immediate indication of the opera's pace, and of the hectic events of the 'folle journée' that they were about to witness.
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
$20 pp. members; $40 pp. nonmembers (lunch included). Only 48 seats available. Small group VIP venue with Dr. Shirley Pomponi. She will speak about manned and unmanned submersibles, her current research at Harbor Branch, and notable deep sea accomplishments. Her talk will be followed by a buffet lunch in the Johnson Education Center Gallery prepared by Harbor Branch's Link Port Café. Call (772) 242-2559 for information and reservations.
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
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.
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
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
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)
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)
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
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
BRAD THOR presents Black List Somewhere, deep inside the United States government, is a deadly list. Members of Congress never get to see it and only the president has the final say over it. Once your name is on the list, it doesn't come off...until you're dead. Someone has just added counterterrorism operative Scot Harvath's name to the list. Somehow, Harvath must evade the teams dispatched to kill him long enough to untangle who has framed him for treason and why they want him out of the way.
Find fresh fruits, vegetables and on 14th Avenue in Downtown Vero Beach. "Promoting Organic and Sustainable Living" Every Friday from 11-6 p.m. Free and open to the public. Please contact Jennifer Festa if you are interested in a vendor spot for only $15. Call 696-5251 for more information
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.
This night of comedy at Riverside showcases up-and coming comedians who are touring the comedy circuit. You can get detail information on the specific comics by visiting the website. Two Show Times: 7:30pm & 9:30pm Tickets: $15
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department is sponsoring the Friday Night Dance Parties at the Vero Beach Community Center 2266 14th Avenue in downtown Vero Beach. 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. Upcoming specialty Friday Dances held will be the Valentine Ball on February 10th , 2012 and the St. Patrick's Ball March 16th, 2012. 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, or visit the website at www.covb.org
This night of comedy at Riverside showcases up-and coming comedians who are touring the comedy circuit. You can get detail information on the specific comics by visiting the website. Two Show Times: 7:30pm & 9:30pm Tickets: $15
This old-fashioned, Republican Rally & BBQ is hosted by Republican Women Aware and Republican Women of Indian River County. Each Republican candidate will be given the opportunity to speak and will then be available throughout the rally to answer any questions. Tickets are only $20 which includes an 'endless' barbeque buffet. What better way to get informed, have fun, and hang out with like minded people! Please contact either: Heather Dean at 234-6803 or Pat Stelz at 770-5731 to make your reservations.
This night of comedy at Riverside showcases up-and coming comedians who are touring the comedy circuit. You can get detail information on the specific comics by visiting the website. Two Show Times: 7:30pm & 9:30pm Tickets: $15
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
Departs from Harbor Branch's Johnson Ed Center. Take a trip aboard the pontoon boat "Gator" to see birds, dolphins, turtles, manatees, and more. Departing 10:30am with lunch on the water from Harbor Branch's Link Port Café, and return by 1pm. $40 pp. for members of the Friends; $50 pp. for nonmembers. Reservations required. Call (772) 242-2559 for information and reservations.
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
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.
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
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
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)
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)
The School District of Indian River County is very excited to partner with the Education Foundation of Indian River County to present a summer Educational Extravaganza for teachers on Wednesday, August 1st and Thursday, August 2nd. Teachers will have the opportunity to select from a menu of concurrent two hour and three hour sessions. Registration is now open and will close on Friday, June 29, 2012
MEETING CALENDAR
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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
Indian River Bromeliad Society Meets on the 2nd Monday of the month, doors open at 6:30 for plant sales, info, raffle tickets and 7:00 pm for the Program @ 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
Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group
- Meets on the 1st Tuesdayof 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 Our May meeting will be on the 1st Tuesday rather than the 2nd Tuesday. 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.
The Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County's "Yuppie Puppies" meet every 2nd Thursday of the month at noon at the United Way Building. The "Yuppie Puppies" are a group of young professionals who love animals and help to raise money for the Humane Society through various fundraising events while socializing and getting to know other animal lovers in the community. The meetings last one hour and it is a bring your own lunch meeting. For more information, contact Connie Cotherman at 772-388-3826.
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 - MEETINGS SUSPENDED FOR THE SUMMER. 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 2ndWednesday of each month at the Elks Club on 26th Ave. 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.
Military Moms Prayer Group ~ Meets Every Thursday to pray for our troops around the globe. We meet from 5-6 P.M. at Christ Church Vero Beach, 925 14th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960. New members are always welcome. For more information visit www.militarymomsprayergroup.com or call (772) 231-2221.
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.
ProfNet of Vero Beach - Meets Every Thursday at 7:15 am at the Old Towne Café, 2555 27th Ave (corner of Aviation Blvd and 27th Ave). ProfNet is a business referral group that has been in Vero Beach for 20 years and is for businessowners and marketers who are serious about building their business. For more information, call Bob Schlitt Jr., 567-1188 x118.
Vero Beach Art Club Meets on the 1st Thursday of the month, Summer Meetings are potluck dinners held from 5:30 - 7 pm at various member homes. Please go the current newsletter at www.VeroBeachArtClub.org and look under Club Info to see addresses and hosts.
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 MeetingsEvery Thursday at noon at the Quail Valley River Club at 2345 Hwy. A1A. Meetings are from noon-1:15 PM with weekly speakers. Interested people should call 772-492-1850.
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.
Epilepsy Support Group meets on the 3rd Thursday each month from 6:30 - 7:30 at the United Way Center, starting May 17, 2012. This group will offer a connection to others in similar circumstances and will help you to benefit and learn from other's experiences.
Vero Beach Christian Business AssociationVero 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 Fridayof 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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