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Vero Beach, Fl - Ed. 04.09.2015
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HAPPY THURDSDAY, FLASHERS!
Make your connections here!
Are you aware of the connections you can make through FLASH? We have such an amazing free resource available to each and every FLASHER. The FLASH Bulletin Board at the bottom of every newsletter is fantastic for many reasons. It can be an invaluable resource to anyone who is new in town because it connects you to all of the locals who are all experts in something. Our FLASHERS have hearts of gold and would love to help you with any needed referrals. Another purpose is to connect people of like-minds. For example, would you like to find people in our area from your hometown? Or maybe get together with other alumni from your college or your fraternity or sorority. A lot of larger cities have such alumni chapters and there's no reason we can't have them right here as well. (My husband and I both graduated from Mercer University in Macon, GA. Are there any other Mercer 'Bears' out there?) Maybe you have a hobby or a sport that would be more enjoyable when shared with others. How about a knitting group? Book Clubs are always fun and our beaches are great for a Beach Volleyball teams. Frisbee 'Golf' is catching on nationally and I understand there are two courses in Ft. Pierce. Sorry, but our bulletin board is not a 'dating site.' If you're looking for your soul mate, you'll have to try one of the many other sites on the internet for that purpose. However, if you want to join or start a group...This is the place to do it! You can also post for many other things. Do you need a referral? Have moving boxes that you've just unpacked? Have something you would like to give away? FLASH is your venue for Anything about Everything! All FLASHERS can use our bulletin board at no expense. (Businesses..we have advertising opportunities for you.) Click here to put a post on the bulletin board or to ask us a question. Feel free to send me an email if you have a problem with the above link. verobeachflash@gmail.com.
Thank you~
Valerie Watkins
Publisher
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"Screening can help doctors find and treat several types of cancer early.
Early detection is important because when abnormal tissue or cancer
is found early, it may be easier to treat. By the time symptoms appear,
cancer may have begun to spread and is harder to treat".
Scully-Welsh Cancer Center Director
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OPENED THIS WEEK
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 CREATIVE DEVILED EGGS
Okay, you've got to do something with all those hard-boiled Easter eggs, right?
Here are a few different ideas to add to your basic yolk and mayo mix. You may want to make a few different kinds to fill a variety platter:
Click Here
NOTE: For a 'fancy' finish, put yolk mixture into a plastic bag. Cut one small corner and squeeze mixture into the egg white.
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FLASH VIDEO OF THE WEEK
A GEM IN OUR OWN BACKYARD....LEARN THE HISTORY!
Click image to watch a 3 minute video
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 ANOTHER REASON TO QUIT SMOKING
To Keep Teeth White, Don't Light Up
Not only is it bad for your health, smoking is one of the worst offenders when it comes to staining teeth. Tobacco causes brown stains that penetrate the grooves and pits of tooth enamel The stains can be hard to remove by brushing alone. The longer you smoke, the more entrenched the stains become. As we know, smoking increases the risk of most types of cancer, but it also causes bad breath and gingivitis (gum disease). So... Right now is the perfect time to quit. Need some help? Click here to look up classes that are being offered or call 772-577-3701.
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WHAT GENERATION ARE YOU?
There are people from six generations alive today. The title Tom Brokaw's book gave the generation born before 1926 was The Greatest Generation. They went through World War II and still remember life without airplanes, radio and TV.
The other five are:
Mature/Silents 1927-1945
Baby Boomers 1946-1964
Generation X 1965-1980
Generation Y/ Millennials - a.k.a. 'The 9/11 Generation' 1981-2000
Generation Z/ Boomlets - Born after 2001
To read the characteristics of each of these, Click here
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INTEGRATED MEDICINE WELCOMES RICK JAHN
Integrated Medicine welcomes Rick Jahn, AP, DOM as the new lead Acupuncture Physician to the Community Acupuncture Clinic. Rick is a licensed and board certified acupuncturist in both the state of Florida and New York. He has worked in western medicine hospitals as well as alternative medical clinics in Beijing, Cheng Du (China) and New Zealand. He has also been a guest speaker and Doctor of Oriental Medicine on luxury cruise lines around the world such as the Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Princess and Celebrity. He brings a diverse background to the Community Acupuncture Clinic. If you want to learn how acupuncture can be utilized to treat everything from metabolic and digestive disorders to weight loss, stress and pain call 772-770-6184 or come experience the Community Acupuncture Clinic where acupuncture treatments are at a flat rate of $30 and provided in a relaxing group atmosphere on a walk-in basis Tues. - Thurs. & Sat.
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WEEKEND PROJECT
This is not a difficult project if you have the right tools and it is the perfect way to show off your springtime tulips. You can leave the wood in its natural state, stain it, or paint it. Click Here for detailed directions.
Here's an extra little tip for your tulips. You know how they get leggie and continue to grow when place them in a vase? Well, if you place a cap-full of bleach in the water that will prevent the tulips from growing.
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 TAX TIP
The deadline for filing your income tax return is Aptil15th, - less than a week away. Here are two more deductions that are sometimes overlooked:
Medical Bills
For most taxpayers, the threshold for deducting medical expenses recently increased from 7.5 percent to 10 percent of adjusted gross income. However, if you are over the age of 65, you can still use the lower threshold of 7.5 percent. In addition, many taxpayers are unaware than medical expenses paid for another party are also deductible, as long as you can show that you paid the healthcare provider directly and that the other party is your dependent.
Casualty Losses
If you incur losses during the year because of theft or damage, you can usually deduct the related expenses from your taxable income. Examples of deductible expenses include money you paid to replace stolen furniture and expenses paid to repair storm damage. Ask a tax advisor if you have a loss you think may qualify.
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 WHAT A FUN WEBSITE!
Look what we found! Here is a website that will tell you what the number one song was on the day you were born. Just enter your birthdate and year. (It will also tell you how many minutes you have been alive. What a shocker that is!) This could be a fun one to save and send to a friend in lieu of a birthday card.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Tennessee is bordered by 8 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina and Virginia - more than any other in the US
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 TODAY'S CHUCKLE
A different kind of 'no litter' sign in an Ohio zoo.
"Please do not throw your cigarette butts on the ground. The fish crawl out at night to smoke them and we're trying to get them to quit!"
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FLASH TIP OF THE WEEK How to remove remaining wax from old candles so that you can reuse the
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FLASH BEAUTY TIP OF THE WEEK
Sponsored by: Center for Facial Aesthetics 
5 TIPS TO GIVE YOUR HANDS 'A HAND'
There are so many products on the market today that keep us looking our best and take a few years off of our appearance. Don't forget your hands! Make sure your 'beauty care' pampers your hands as well. Here are five tips for keeping them looking younger.
1) Treat your hands like your face and apply sunscreen and seek shade.
2) Exfoliate with this home-made mixture that you can easily make. Mix equal
parts of olive oil and sugar and you will have a nice scrub.
3) Moisturize regularly
4) Wear light weight gloves when driving.
5) Keep your nails looking nice and clean with regular manicures.
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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
I found these springtime edibles that the kids will love!
Have fun with these food creations.
Images are clickable
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Robert Brown and Moss Rogers warming up for the Youth Concert hosted by Christ by the Sea UMC to raise support for the Mike Block International String Camp. The concert featured youth ensembles from both VBHS and IRCHS, plus it wrapped up with a duo concert by Mike Block and Hanneke Cassel!
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Youth Sailing Foundation's Newest Board Members
The Youth Sailing Foundation is delighted to introduce their three newest board members Phillip Barth (Phil), John Berrigan (Jack), and Allison Schlitt (Ali). These members are a welcome addition to the Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County whose mission is to provide Indian River County with educational, recreational and competitive sailing programs for all ages in a fun and safe environment. In particular, we offer free sailing lessons to those 8-15.
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Youth Guidance is pleased to announce the successful accomplishment of the first fundraiser held by our Pathfinders Exchange Excel Club. On March 28th, the teens held a car wash at the Marine Bank parking lot on U.S.1. The Marine Bank provided the supplies and space on the recommendation of Kim Prado, Assistant Vice President Branch Manager of the Marine Bank. Special thanks goes to Kevin Moree, Youth Guidance Mentor and Board of Directors President Elect, Tony Prado, Youth Guidance Volunteer and Kim Prado who orchestrated the event. Congratulations goes to Raquel Cameron, the Fundraiser Committee Chair and Vice President for the Pathfinders. Raquel took charge and did a fabulous job! The next car wash fundraiser for the Pathfinders Exchange Club will be held on April 11th, at the Marine Bank located at 1450 U.S.1, Vero Beach, from 9am until 12pm. All proceeds will go to the Youth Guidance Academy. We look forward to seeing you there. Pictured above: Marline Amy and Laurie Astremon |
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Indian River Habitat for Humanity's eighth annual Habitrot to Higher Education fundraiser was a success. 135 registered runners and walkers put on their sneakers for the 5K/10K race to support Habitat's scholarship program. Pictured above are: 10K overall men's first place winner Nick Cady, 10K overall women's first place winner Josephine Holtzclaw and Danielle Montgomery, and Arianna Knight
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Please email us if you have a problem with the above link.
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TRY OUT OUR BULLETIN BOARD
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NEED A HANDYMAN
I'm looking for a referral for a handyman. Specifically, someone who can replace baseboard in master bath and paint the master bath. Thanks for any referrals, FLASHERS!
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BRICK BY BRICK
FROM VALERIE WATKINS: Reply
Any FLASHERS have left over Old Chicago Brick that they would like to get rid of? It is the perfect accent for several ideas I have for my yard. I would love to purchase it from you and take it off your hands.
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FREE FERNS TO ANY FLASHER WITH A GREEN THUMB
FROM VALERIE WATKINS: Reply
I have been working in my yard to transform it into an English garden. I am pulling up large areas of ferns and would be happy to give them away to anyone who might want them. Reply above if you are interested.
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