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Vero Beach, Fl - Ed. 10.08.2015
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TODAY IN HISTORY
Today is the 144th anniversary of The Great Fire of Chicago in 1871. Over 300 people were killed and 90,000 were left homeless as the fire leveled 3.5 square miles, destroying 17,450 buildings. Financial losses totaled over $200 million. (That's a lot of money today, but can you imagine its value back then!) There is a legend that it started when Mrs. Patrick O'Leary's cow kicked over a lantern in her barn on DeKoven Street. According to the Smithsonian Institute, this is a myth. The fire did start in the vicinity of the O'leary's home. No one knows how the fire started, but it is believed that is probably started from a spark that was carried by the 30 mile an hour wind that night. A reporter named Michael Ahern thought it would make a more colorful story in the newspaper to blame it on the cow. It was over twenty years later before he admitted that he had made the whole thing up. Unfortunately, it ruined Mrs. O'Leary's reputation because people blamed her for the devastation and she was even accused of starting the fire deliberately. Nevertheless, a folk song was written about the incident and in 1999 Chicago had 100 artists paint life sized cows that were displayed around the city much like the elaborate turtles that decorate our own city.
....Get ready for the transition...... :)
I love the fact that the sea turtle is our unofficial symbol. Over the years I have seen many of them nest on the beach at our family's beach house that was built in 1974 near Wabasso. Since the 70's we have seen the beach erode and a sea wall installed. Still the turtles return to our beach to lay their eggs. This year sand was even trucked in, but unfortunately it did not last a month. :( Bottom line, it is hard to stop 'Mother Nature'.) I did have a chance to visit with the 'experts' from Sebastian Intlet State Park yesterday. The good news is that the turtle numbers are on the rise! Most of the nests have hatched, but there are still some Green Turtle nest that will be hatching soon. The end of October marks the end of this year's turtle season. We will miss are archaic friends and will welcome their return in the spring!
I hope all of our FLASHERS enjoy the long Columbus Day weekend! It is a federal holiday so remember banks, post offices and other government buildings will be closed on Monday. Enjoy your long weekend, Flashers!
Thank you~
Valerie Watkins
Publisher
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LIVE MUSIC 'HOT SPOTS OF THE WEEK'
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10% Discount
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10% Discount
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Bue 3 glasses of wine get one free
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Buy 1 Entree get 1 free
w/ purchase of 2 drinks
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10% Discount
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Free glass of Wine with Fri. Buffet |
Buy 5 Entrees get a
$15 gift card
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Purchase 2 entrees
get a free dessert
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This week our 'Hot Spot' is featuring all of the live music venues in our community that are currently offering a discount on our new FLASH App. We are incredibly lucky to have so many venues where we can enjoy local talent. Click on the image above to view specific menus and entertainment schedules.
Then download the free FLASH App by going to your App store and typing in Vero Beach FLASH in the search and simply click install. Take your phone into the 'Music Hot Spots' and FLASH your server the FLASH app. That is all that is needed to get the promoted discount. So, get out there and enjoy some live music! You have your pick of casual spots with tropical breezes such as Waldo's or opt for a stylish and chic venue like Vinz Wining and Dining. Wherever you go, it will be no surprise that you will enjoy yourself more when you have the Vero Beach FLASH App installed on your phone! Get It Now! :)
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SEBASTIAN INLET STATE PARK
NIGHT SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES
Featuring SIRSY under the stars
(Indie Pop Rock duo)
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Saturday, October 10, 2015
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sebastian Inlet State Park
FREE with regular park entry fees.
For more information about the concert please call (321)984-4852 or visit our website or www.sirsy.com.
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FIRST KASHI MARKET OF THE NEW SEASON
Sunday, October 11 ~ 9:00 - 2:00
Chef Swami Rudra Das |
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Introducing this month Kashi Sunday Market's own Swami Rudra Das, their resident chef for over 20 years. He continues to delight people with his varied vegetarian cooking drawing on many diverse cultural origins including Japanese, Korean, Hindu, Greek, Italian, Mexican and American style. This Kashi Sunday Market's buffet combines a huge organic salad bar combined with lots of fresh veggies, grains, beans, sauces, soups and other assorted and varied entrees which change each market month. People come from all over to taste Chef Rudra Das' cooking which runs the spectrum from homemade falafels and veggie burgers, sushi salad, Asian Kale and Brussel sprouts, corn chowder to a luscious spinach and cheddar roulade. All sumptuous, fresh, abundant and delicious. This lunch will be served from 11:30 to 1:30 at the price of $12.00.
For some of Swami Rudra Das' recipes, visit his site at Rudra's Kitchen on Facebook. Dinner at 5:00 pm for the price of $12.00 is open to the public beginning September 12 and will continue Thursday, Friday and Saturday each week at Kashi Ashram, 11155 Roseland Rd., Sebastian, Florida 32958.
DINNER FOR TWO TO BE RAFFLED AT SUNDAY MARKET OCTOBER 11th. Download the Vero Beach FLASH APP and take advantage of our special.
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October 12th ~ 16th
Waxlax Stage at 2pm Monday through Friday
Free Film Week at Riverside Theatre is an introduction to Johnny Burke, the lyricist that is the basis for the opening show of the season, "Swinging on a Star". Johnny Burke was a prolific writer of popular songs from the 1920's through the 1950's with many of his tunes becoming instant classics. Working with such famous artists as Irving Berlin, Guy Lombardo, Fats Waller, Ozzie Nelson, and Nat King Cole, Mr. Burke is probably better known for the songs written for the films of Bing Crosby.
Monday,
October 12 - Road to Zanzibar (1941) 1 Hr., 32 min.
Tuesday,
October 13 - Road to Utopia (1945) 1 Hr., 30 min.
Wednesday,
October 14 - A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court (1949) 1 Hr., 42 min.
Thursday,
October 15 - Road To Morocco (1942) 1 Hr., 23 min.
Friday, October 16 - Going My Way (1944) - 2 Hrs., 6 min. Tickets are FREE, however, while there is no cost for entrance, a ticket will be required. Tickets can be obtained by calling the Riverside Theatre Box Office at 772-231-6990 or online.
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 SNEAKY ASTHMA ALLERGY TRIGGERS
You probably know the more common allergy triggers like pollen and ragweed, but there are some not-so-common ones that you should watch for. My sister had a reaction to paint fumes a while back, and sure enough that is one mentioned in this slideshow from WebMD along with what you can do about it. To view all of these sneaky triggers, Click here.
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WEEKEND PROJECT
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Cabinet Hardware Make-Over!
Twine is not expensive and it is very much 'in' and 'trendy'. This Week's project is a quick, easy project that will give you a new rustic look for little money! You just need twine, glue and paint and you will have these great Anthropologie inspired cabinet pulls.
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Do you know your credit score?
Many people do not know their credit score or what is being reported on their credit reports. While an unsatisfactory credit score can stop you from getting a loan. It can also cause you to pay a higher rate of interest on money you borrow. It affects insurance premiums as well as your likelihood of being hired for a job. Please be proactive in checking your report and protecting your credit.
Contact me if you would like to learn more.
LIFE WELL PLANNED Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC
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 TODAY'S CHUCKLE
A young man was invited to the home of his elderly neighbors for dinner. He noticed that the host preceded every comment to his wife with endearing terms, calling her Honey, My Love, Darling, Sweetheart, Pumpkin, etc.
The young fellow smiled and said, "That's wonderful that after all these years that you've been married, you still call your wife by those pet names."
The old gentlemen hung his head and whispered, "To tell the truth, I forgot her name three years ago."
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Do You Recognize 33 History-Changing Events
Every Adult Should Know?
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Kelly Chicvara <kelly.chicvara@bbbsbigs.org>
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There is an app called 'Photo Booth' that will allow you to add effects to your photo. They had fun with it last night on the Late Night Show with Jimmy Fallon. You might have just the 'right reason' to create crazy faces! Think how much fun you could have creating the perfect card with the ideal sentiment! Could be quite amusing! ...Or you could waste a whole bunch of time!
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FLASH TIP OF THE WEEK
Click Here for 6 time saving tips you can use in the kitchen
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FLASH VIDEO OF THE WEEK
This is a video of the real life "Bambi" and "Thumper" that has gone viral. There is nothing more enjoyable than nature. These two played for 30 to 40 minutes outside of the Lula W. Dorsey Museum at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado. It's pretty amazing. Take a look...Click Here.
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WE LOVE OUR FLASHERS WHO DON'T KEEP US A SECRET! PLEASE SHARE US WITH EVERYONE!
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Click below to follow us on Facebook where there's a lot more in store! :)
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FISH CALENDAR
The darker the fish...The better the fishing!
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RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Caramel Apple Pops
Fall is apple season and apples and fall means caramel apples. The problem is, Caramel Apples are nearly impossible to eat. Not so with Caramel Apple Slices!
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Ingredients
- Apples
- White or Wooden Popsicle Sticks
- Melting Chocolate (*1)
- Caramel
- Toppings - optional
Instructions
- First wash & slice your apples, remove the seeds, insert the stick at the bottom, & pat the apple slices dry.
- Cover each apple slice in melted chocolate & place on a piece of wax paper to dry. Continue this process until all of your apples are covered in chocolate & have hardened.
- Then drizzle the caramel & other toppings on top of your apple slices.
- Let harden & enjoy!
Tips
1. Cut thick apple slices so the stick stays secure. Approximately 1/2 - 3/4 inch thick works great.
2. Make sure to pat down the apples to soak up any extra apple juice.
3. Allow some of the chocolate to drip onto the stick, this will act as a sort of edible glue that holds the stick & apple together.
4. Use slightly cooled caramel so the chocolate doesn't melt off.
5. I also recommend that you make them & eat them in the same day. The longer they sit the greater chance for a weeping caramel apple slice, which will cause the yummy coating to break or slide off in some areas.
We found this recipe on domesticallyblissful.com
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Indian River Habitat for Humanity helps low-income families
preserve homes during A Brush with Kindness Week
Indian River Habitat for Humanity is one of nearly 40 Habitat affiliates partnering with Valspar, Habitat's national paint partner, and Wells Fargo, to launch A Brush with Kindness Week, September 19-26.
A Brush with Kindness Week is a nationwide effort to transform neighborhoods by painting, providing minor exterior home repairs, landscaping and cleaning up yards in partnership with more than 130 low-income homeowners, many of whom are elderly or have a disability. Locally, Indian River Habitat volunteers will work on four repair projects in Gifford.
Pictured above: Indian River Habitat and Christ by the Sea volunteers, Famous Erwin, Linda Minde, Kathy Latiner, Bill Mann, Carol Martin, Cathy Hart and John Kuhn
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IRMC Employees Contribute to 2nd Annual Back-to-School Project
For the second year in a row, Indian River Medical Center (IRMC) Walk-in Care and IRMC Family Practice North chose to collect and donate school supplies for a local school. This year, they chose to donate to Treasure Coast Elementary in Sebastian.
Pictured, front to back: Lisa Raia, Jessica Desimone, Kim Burgess, Cricket Crum, Tasha Solis, Melissa Hooker, Tracy Williams, Dr.Robert Butler and Dr. Mary Quillinan. Not pictured were: Janet Bedoya, Richard Smith, Olga Galarza, Dr. Marie Prinsen, B.J. Enright, Jordan Himmel and Jami Everhart
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HELP FEED FIDO AND FIFI
FROM LORETTA JAMES: Reply
During the month of October, Dale Sorensen Real Estate will be collecting pet food to support the Paws Meals on Wheels program.
Please bring your donation to our 3206 Cardinal Drive location or any DSRE office that is convenient for you. Any type of pet food is appreciated, including bird seed.
For more information about Paws Meals on Wheels, click here.
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