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Vero Beach, FL - Ed. 2013.02.14
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HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY FLASHERS!
I hope you're having a wonderful day and are enjoying some of the tips and special deals we sent you in our Valentine issue on Monday. I am keeping my note brief because we are packed with info this week! ENJOY and know I wish my FLASHERS a very love-filled Valentine's Day!
Valerie Watkins Publisher
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CHRIS KYLE 
DEFINITELY A POSITIVE PERSONMost Lethal Sniper in American History
Perhaps you caught a glimpse of the news this past week of one of our fallen heroes...and then again...perhaps you didn't. Chris Kyle passed away on Feb. 2nd at the age of 38 having been gunned down by fellow veteran Eddie Ray Routh at a Texas shooting range. Forgive me if I am a little politically 'incorrect' this week...but as you have come to realize I have the deepest appreciation for our military. That appreciation is an expectation that I have for all Americans and is one that I certainly believe should span from the left and right as a unifying force. I believe as a nation we fell far short this past week in our national display of appreciation for Chris Kyle. Undoubtedly he is deserving of so much more than any message that I convey with my limited ability to manipulate these words, sentences, and feature that I offer. Chris Kyle, husband to Taya and father to two young children, exited the lives of his fellow Americans, friends and loved ones with much less fanfare than I personally believe he deserved and which was wholeheartedly our responsibility to deliver. If you learn details from this feature in our local publication then hopefully you will agree. Chris Kyle was a Navy SEAL sniper who served four tours in Iraq, was shot twice and was known as the most lethal sniper with far more 'kills' than any other soldier in American military history. No small feat! He saved countless American lives and the Iraqi insurgents feared him so much they placed a bounty on his head and titled him "Devil of Ramadi." How surreal and unthinkably sad that a Veteran of his stature did not capture the headlines of the national news more and failed to be recognized by our President during the State of the Union address on the exact day that Chris Kyle was laid to rest. A time and speech when so many "regular Americans" find their way into the speech. The preceding 10 days were also void of any public expression of condolence or mourning by our nation's leader to mark Chris Kyle's passing. This only becomes magnified when compared to conscious decisions previously deemed worthy of such expression. For example, I believe something is dreadfully wrong with our priorities when we reserve such expression for a music legend such as Whitney Houston who too unfortunately tragically passed away. However, that is where the similarity ends. On one hand you have an extremely talented entertainer whose coroner's report states that she died from an accidental drowning in her tub with cocaine in her system. On the other hand you have an individual who served his country in one of the most respected special operations forces. Not only did he serve, he was unsurpassed, he was the finest, the greatest, the creme de la creme. He received Bronze and Silver Star medals multiple times for his tours in Iraq; yet shockingly he received no verbal recognition nor appreciation from our President...Guess who did. Whitney Houston who also had the NJ Governor, Chris Christie, call for flags to be flown at half-staff. Thank goodness that seven thousand Texans turned out and filled the Cowboy's stadium expressing their respects, condolences and appreciation. I am one American who wishes she was there! After leaving the Navy in 2009 to spend more time with his family, Kyle continued to help and protect his fellow men and women of the military. Yet another example of the honor of this American hero. He established a nonprofit to give in-home fitness equipment to physically and emotionally wounded veterans. The Director of the non profit has said that Kyle and Littlefield (another who perished that day) apparently had been helping Routh, the assailant, work through post-traumatic stress disorder. After retiring, Kyle wrote " American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military." The book guides the reader throughout the course of Chris Kyle's life, right from childhood till his retirement in 2009. Through the pages Chris enabled the reader to enter his world giving them an inexplicable glance into a life that is totally different from an average human being and quite worthy of our praise and appreciation! THANK YOU CHRIS KYLE! YOU ARE AN AMERICAN HERO AND A VERY POSITIVE PERSON! In honor of Chris Kyle please deliver cookies next week
and purchase your brave heart pin. See posts below.
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PLEASE DROP OFF COOKIES FOR SOLDIERS 
Thursday Feb. 21, @ 9 a.m.
WHERE: Vero Beach Elks Lodge
1350 26th Street ~ Vero Beach
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DID YOU KNOW?
To estimate the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit, count the number of cricket chirps in 15 seconds then add 37. This only works of course when crickets are about and accurate down to 55 degrees or so. Below that crickets aren't about or aren't in the mood for love.
DID YOU KNOW?
Oh my goodness, - A two for one this week...
Crickets chirp by rubbing their wings or legs over each other. It is only the males that make the noise and they do so to attract a mate! NOW YOU KNOW!
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Check out our Special Valentine FLASH Deals Below!
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Only 14 days left to Join Impact 100
Thinking of joining Impact 100...well February 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. might be a good time to do just that. That's when CHICO'S and WHITE HOUSE/ BLACK MARKET open their doors for an exclusive shopping spree and surprises for Impact 100 members and prospective members. Discounts will be offered and names of women who join will be placed in drawings for gift cards from both stores. A free gift with purchases will be given while supplies last.
Chico's and White House/Black Market are located side-by-side in the Three Avenues shopping center, across from Panera Bread in Building F, 2009 Indian River Boulevard. Both stores are known for their iconic styles featuring jackets, tops, pants and denim, dresses, skirts and accessories. Black Market also includes shoes and beach wear. Both are welcoming their spring collections into their stores. Both stores feature snappy designs and reasonable prices.
Impact 100 is a philanthropic group of women dedicated to positive transformation in Indian River County, Florida. Each April we give out several $100,000 grants to deserving organizations serving various populations within the county. How do we do it? We each donate $1000 a year resulting in collective giving for our community. Being a donor is where the magic happens. The great individual satisfaction that comes from being a part of these massive grants, and having a vote to decide who the winners will be, are part of that magic. Your money takes on your energy and your
personality and gives you a sense of belonging. Download a membership form from our website www.Impact100ir.com or contact our Vice President of Membership, Linda Knoll, indaknoll@gmail.com.
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 TAX TIP American Opportunity Credit Extended Through 2017 The American Opportunity Credit which was started in 2009 for the parents of college students has been extended through 2017. The credit is worth up to $2,500 on the first $4,000 of qualifying educational expenses, which include course materials as well as tuition. The credit applies to all four years of undergraduate college education. This credit is gradually reduced (or "phased out") for income from $80,000 to $90,000 or $160,000 to $180,000 for joint filers. The tax credit is not available for people with incomes above the phase out range. Up to 40% of the credit is refundable, meaning that it can generate a refund larger than the amount of payments you made. Students may claim this credit if you are over age 24 as long as you meet the other requirements, e.g. are not claimed as a dependent on someone else's return, are attending a degree program half-time or more, and have not already completed four years of college. |
 THE PERFECT 'DO'
Here is a fun site that can help take the quandary out of how to wear your hair... be it tonight for your one and only 'sweetie' or for that power interview you have coming up. Enjoy peeking around to find your style and remember to take a little chance every now and then. ENJOY!
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 WEEKEND PROJECT
Here is a water garden that can go almost anywhere. No need to worry about attracting mosquitoes...just add a few minnows.
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OPENING NEXT WEEK!
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Our Indian River Property Appraiser's website under the direction of David C. Nolte give homeowners
and prospective buyers a wealth of information. For example, you can explore neighborhoods, get sales reports and check comparable sales. And if that's not enough... You can also get the names of all your neighbors by typing in a street name or number in the search bar. Click Here to visit the website. Please contact me if I can you market your home or find the home of your dreams!
Janyne Kenworthy - (772) 388-5901
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HEART SHAPED CINNAMON ROLLS
CLICK HERE
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 LOOKING FOR A VALENTINE??Maybe this will help!
This U.S. Census report gives the latest numbers for Indian River County of various social characteristics. Want to know how many single women live here? Men? Widows? Divorced? How many residents are native born? For the answers to these questions and a lot more, Click Here. |
WOMEN'S RETREAT
Friday, Feb. 15th ~ Saturday, Feb. 16th
$30.00
(Includes admission to McKee Garden, lunch on Sat., refreshments, & materials)
 Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to join other women for a weekend of spiritual growth. Come enjoy renowned speaker, Elsa Kok Colopy.
Call (772) 231-3552 for more information
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The Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Dept. presents
Footloose, the Musical
February 22, 23 and 24, 2013
Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center
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HEALTHY COMFORT FOODS
Is there anyone who doesn't like macaroni and cheese? How about mashed potatoes? Fried chicken? The only problem is that we all know that they are loaded with fat and calories! This website from everyday health will show you how to 'downsize' some of your favorites. Click Here
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FLASH BEAUTY TIP OF THE WEEK
Sponsored by:
Keep Your Lips Kissable
&
Line Free for Your Valentine
Q. Why do lips thin as we age?
A. Lips are fuller in younger people because of collagen. When you get older there's not so much collagen produced and it breakdowns... Kind of like a deflated balloon.. and since there's less tissue, you get thinner lips.
Prevent and Repair
Lips that are dry or flaky automatically look thinner and more wrinkled than they are. "Skin makes less oil as we age, and lips are at a unique disadvantage because they don't have an epidermal layer, which is where oil is produced to begin with," says Paul M. Friedman, M.D., a clinical assistant professor of dermatology at the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. Bringing back moisture is the key to keeping lips looking smooth, even, and full.
Tip: Try using your favorite eye cream around your lips at night and use Sunscreen Daily to prevent breakdown of collagen.
Products to Try: Image Skincare's Balancing Lip Enhancement Complex $17, Vitamin E Oil $8
Repair: Injectable fillers like Juvederm can help lessen the appearance of wrinkles filling in the lines and adding volume back to lips where volume has been lost over time.
Cost: Juvederm $550 for one treatment that last about a year.
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FEBRUARY FISHING CALENDAR (The darker the fish ~ The better the day for fishing)  |
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Indian River Community Foundation Board Chair Bob Puff, with Founders' Reception hosts Bob and Susan Morrison.
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION CELEBRATES FIVE YEARS & $10 MILLION TO CHARITIES
More than 125 philanthropists, professional advisors and volunteer leaders gathered at the home of Bob and Susan Morrison on Jan. 17 to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Indian River Community Foundation. Wilmington Trust sponsored the evening's festivities.
Newly elected Board Chairman Bob Puff toasted the organization for its growth since opening for business on April 1, 2008. In five years, donors have entrusted the Community Foundation to manage over $10 million in grants to nonprofit organizations, of which between 80-90% have stayed in Indian River County. The Foundation currently holds $18 million in assets to be used exclusively for charitable purposes.
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VERO KIWANIS
ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
Kiwanians Kevin Brown (on left) and Al Sammartino flank Vero Beach HS Key Club officers (from left) Viri Morales, Rebecca Cosgrove, Laura Conger, Nicole McRostie and Dominique McRostie as they prepare for the Vero Kiwanis annual golf tournament on Saturday March 16 at The Club at Pointe West. Proceeds for this event will fund Kiwanis scholarships as well as the building of 2 pavilions at the Homeless Family Center in partnership with "Lauren's Way" A portion of the proceeds will also support the Indian River Golf Foundation's junior program.
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 | | Pictured are Vero Kiwanians (from left); Robi Robinson, Al Sammartino, Jason Kittendorf and Richard Schlitt as they look over plans for a new pavilion which Kiwanis will build for the Homeless Family Center ) . |
VERO KIWANIS
ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
In collaboration with Lauren's Way Kiwanis is holding its annual golf tournament on Saturday March 16, 2013 at The Club at Pointe West. All proceeds from this event will be donated to three county non-profits: "Lauren's Way" to build the Homeless Family Center pavilion, the Indian River Golf Foundation to sponsor junior golfers, and to the Kiwanis Scholarship Fund.
Kiwanians Kevin Brown (on left) and Al Sammartino flank Vero Beach HS Key Club officers (from left)
Viri Morales, Rebecca Cosgrove, Laura Conger, Nicole McRostie and Dominique McRostie
Kiwanians Kevin Brown (on left) and Al Sammartino flank Vero Beach HS Key Club officers (from left)
Viri Morales, Rebecca Cosgrove, Laura Conger, Nicole McRostie and Dominique McRostie
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Discussing how to avoid identify theft are Errol Reiner, left, Stewardship Committee chair at Christ the King Lutheran and speaker Robert Whitlach, Community Engagement Coordinator for Thrivent Financial. The recent program at Sebastian's Christ the King Lutheran was the second in a series of free financial workshops offered to the community. The next one is, "Who needs an estate strategy?" and is at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 16. For more information, call 772-589-7117.
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By the River (BTR) residents were delighted to receive Valentines' Day gift baskets of toiletries, candy, pen, notes, and even Sudoko books from the Jasmine Circle of the Garden Club of Indian River County this week. Volunteers from the Jasmine Club delivered 32 gift baskets and flowers, under the support of Susan Toth Currier, president. The gifts of pansies and johnny jump-ups for each resident are blooming and refreshing.
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FLASHERS... START YOUR ENGINES
FROM BERNICE HEBERT: Reply
Do any of you savvy FLASH readers know where I can sell my collection of 80+ Nascar model cars? 8 are signed by Jeff Burton. Some in original boxes. Thanks in advance for your help.
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HI - HO.... IT'S OFF TO WORK I WANT TO GO!
FROM KEVIN KEPLAR: Reply
My family and I recently moved to Vero Beach from South Carolina, and we love it here! I currently hold a temporary position that expires in May as a Farm Technician at the USDA - Horticulture Lab in Fort Pierce. I am actively seeking a new position that utilizes my extensive experience as a supervisor in the field of sheet metal, copper, and plastics manufacturing. I also have some experience in sales and marketing. Since we are new to the area, I do not have many business contacts and would greatly appreciate any assistance/leads in my job search by replying above. Thank you!
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NONPROFITS INVITED TO LEARN ABOUT STRATEGIC COLLABORATION
FROM KERRY BARTLETT: Reply
Strategic nonprofit collaboration is the focus of a special workshop for Indian River County nonprofit organizations 8-11:30 a.m., Mon., Feb. 25 at Quail Valley
River Club. True Collaboration and the Networked Nonprofit are hosted by Indian River Community Foundation, in partnership with Quail Valley Charities. There is no charge for nonprofit leaders and board members to attend. To learn more about the workshop or the Quail Valley Charities Nonprofit Collaboration Fund at the Indian River Community Foundation, visit www.ircommunityfoundation.com or call (772) 492-1407. Reservations are required and must be made by Feb. 20 online or you can RSVP by email. Simply click the reply button above.
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LIVE UNTED
FROM MARGARET OSTMAN: Reply
United Way of Indian River County is encouraging people in the community to LIVE UNITED! There are just a couple of weeks left to meet the goal seen printed on thermometers around town of $2,525,000. You can help Vero LIVE UNITED by donating to the annual campaign, helping spread the word about programs and services that help people in need, and volunteering their time and talent to a local cause. For more information on how you can LIVE UNITED and help create a brighter future for those in need in our community, please call 772-567-8900 or visit www.unitedwayirc.org.
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 FLASH Maintains a Community 'Meeting' Calendar!
It ALWAYS amazes me how much goes on in our small but active community! If you are lucky enough to call Vero your home for part of the year ... if not all year long... then you have absolutely no excuse to be bored! In addition to our daily Community Calendar, we also track organizations and their regularly scheduled meetings. Nearly all of the groups listed welcome your participation. Please check out the calendar. If you would like your information included all you have to do is email it to us! ENJOY! |
SUBMISSIONS FOR THE PRINTED MARCH CALENDAR
DUE BY NOON TOMORROW (FEB. 15TH)
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We thank you for your patience while the 'back-end' of our Community Calendar Program under goes updates. We will email you the calendar of events as soon as it is ready. In the meantime, please feel free to Click Here for monthly calendar that will display all events. Thank you!
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