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    EyeOnMarco, Friday, December 5, 2014. 
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MARCO WEATHER  SEVEN (7) DAY FORCAST!!
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 Caxaxambas  Link.
             &
Big Marco Pass!! 
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 SOME COOL DAYS COMING--GREAT time for a movie!       

PEARL HARBOR  DECEMBER 7,1941.  NEVER FORGET!!
HONOR OUR HEROES.  Take a moment and pray for those that have kept this great country free for us and the generations that follow.

History: 
.  The Japanese launched over 400 aircraft from 6 Aircraft carriers in several waves and within 90 minutes, over 2500 Americans were killed --almost half from the Aircraft Carrier Arizona-most still entombed.
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BEST PERFORMANCE ON MARCO--THE SICILIAN TENORS!!!

DON'T MISS, ONLY A FEW DAYS LEFT TO BUY TICKETS!

Dec 10, Wednesday, 7PM. 
THE SICILIAN TENORS "CHRISTMAS  AMORE"

San Marco Parish Hall.  Only $30pp, tickets available at the Parish Office or call (239) 394-5181 or Kathleen's Hair Salon, Bald Eagle Dr. (239) 404-6733.  Link.

CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS!!!
1. GREAT CAR-LOW MILEAGE AND PRICED RIGHT!  2008 Honda Civic EX

  4dr. ONLY 13,159 miles. White exterior\buff (beige interior).  Outstanding condition inside and out, always garaged! ONLY $12,499.  See this "cream puff" at A-Tech Auto, 805 Elkcam Cir, Phone Jane or AT at (239) 389-0055.

2. BUY A EYEONMARCO SUBSCRIPTION for family member, friend, enemy!

Send $19 to Bill McMullan, PO Box 159, MI, Fl 34146 with email address.

3. RODAN & FIELDS: A LEADER IN SKIN CARE PRODUCTS.  Link.
   (Also, this Independent Consultant is one of my many daughters!)
4. GIVE A NEW MARCO BOOK:  MARCO ISLAND, FLORIDA'S GULF PLAYGROUND by Michael Coleman available this month in select Island
locations. This book is being released in celebration of Marco's 50 
Anniversary in 2015.  Link.
 DON'T GET SCAMMED!!!!
1. UPS, FEDX, the IRS will NOT send you e-mails telling you to "link here for more information about your order\shipment, etc."  
(NEVER click on a unfamiliar\unverified Link, that's how they get passwords, bank data, etc.)
2. IRS, ELECTRIC COMPANY, TELEPHONE COMPANY-- WILL NOT insist you get cash cards from 7-11, Walgreens, etc to make payments immediately.
(If in doubt, CALL the company back-do NOT give money via cash cards)
MISCELLANEOUS MUSINGS!!
2 QUOTES OF THE WEEK:  "Yesterday, December 7, 1941 - a date which will live in infamy - the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan." --- Franklin D. Roosevelt

"I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat." -Winston Churchill

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: The hardest arithmetic to master is that which enables us to count our blessings. ---Eric Hoffer

 

DILBERT:   Link.

HONOR OUR HEROES--NEVER FORGET!!

                               GOD BLESS OUR GREAT COUNTRY!!!

Flag "We live in the land of the free because of the brave!"  Powmia
              Pray for our military and their families!!

                 ALL GAVE SOME, SOME GAVE ALL!

 MARCO MOVIES
Marco Movies NOW PLAYING:
  BIRDMAN,  PENQUINS OF MADAGASCAR, HORRIBLE BOSSES 2, HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY 
Show 
Times: Link.  Tickets: Link. 

FOOD, BEER, WINE, POPCORN, STEAKS AND LOTS MORE!!!!!  
ALERT  MATINEES ARE BACK!! SHOWS START 2:45PM!  
 THUNDER STORMS, COLD, RAIN ----COME EARLY-BEST SEATS!  
FUNNY ONE LINERS!!

 

FUNNY ONE LINERS:  1.) If a man stands in the middle of the forest speaking and there is no woman around to hear him, is he still wrong? 2.) If you think

there is good in everybody then you obviously haven't met everybody.  3.) If your feet smell and your nose runs, you're built upside down.

LOCAL HEADLINES!!
1. Marco Island woman to be held without bond pending hearing.  Link.
2. MI Council actions include  recognition of Fay & Bedford Biles.  Link.
3. Marco Y gets grant to teach tennis to disadvantaged youth.  Link.
4. Physicians Regional CEO Scott Campbell resigns.  Link.
5. Marco Players presents: 'Yuletide Shakespeare'.  Link.
WORLD HEADLINES!!
1. Coal states brace for plant closures over EPA rules.  Link.

2. Fort Hood victims set to receive Purple Hearts, combat status.  Link.

3. Mediterranean diet linked to slower aging.  Link.
4. Mutated Virus Could Put a Nasty Bite Into This Flu Season.  Link.
5. 10 Best: Great places to see gingerbread houses  Link.
6. Holiday Health Hazards to Avoid.  Link.
SMILE, IT TAKES LESS MUSCLES!!!
 
GARAGE, YARD & ESTATE SALES!!
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Friday & Saturday, 8AM-??  182 TAHITI CIRCLE , Isle of Capri.  Glassware, crafts, handmade throws, lots of jewelry, men and womens clothing, etc.  Map.

Only one (1) published sale this weekend--slim pickens!!
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DECEMBER GENERAL INFORMATION!
GREATER MARCO FAMILY YMCA. Upcoming Program and Class Information.  Link.
MI CITY PARKS & RECREATION PROGRAMS.   December.  Link.
FRIENDS OF TIGERTAIL NEWSLETTER:  Link.  DON'T MISS!! Everyone should join!
DECEMBER HAPPENINGS & OPPORTUNITIES!!!
STUFF\TICKETS\BOOK NOW ON SALE:
1. MI PROPERTY OWNERS UPDATE DECEMBER 4, 2014.  Link.
  Strongly recommend you sign-up with the MI Property Owners Org.  Link.

2. December 10, Wednesday,7PM.  THE SICILIAN TENORS "CHRISTMAS AMORE". 

   

San Marco Parish Hall.  Only $30pp, tickets available at the Parish Office or call (239) 394-5181 or Kathleen's Hair Salon, Bald Eagle Dr. (239) 404-6733.  .

Link


3. November 2014.  MARCO ISLAND, FLORIDA'S GULF PLAYGROUND by Michael Coleman available
 
this month in select Island locations. This book is being released in     
celebration of Marco's 50 Anniversary in 2015.  Link.


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MARCO LIGHTS UP FOR THE 18TH ANNUAL HOUSE AND BUSINESS DECORATING CONTEST

    More details, contest rules, etc. Click here.

 

Preliminary Judging - Monday & Tuesday, December 15 & 16

** Decorated properties are to remain with lights on all three (3) nights of December 15,16 & 17 to insure that the Judges will view all properties.

 

Final Judging - Friday, December 19, 6:30 -10:30 PM.

The Final 10 homes are judged by the entire membership of the House Decorating Committee.  

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1. December 6, Saturday, 9AM-NOON.  SANTA'S WORKSHOP.  Enter the world of the North Pole with

  Santa's Workshop Marco Island style. We'll be decorating gingerbread houses, creating Christmas tree ornaments, and making holiday crafts for everything to enjoy. You will also receive a goodie bag of fun treats and prizes to take home with you. Don't miss this opportunity to get creative and enjoy the wonders of Santa's Workshop! Pre-registration is required. Open to grades K - 5th  at Mackle Park, cost is $20/child.   Call (239) 389-5032.


2. December 6, Saturday, 8AM.  
CAR ENTHUSIASTS gather at the Sandbar for breakfast and tales.
 

3. December 6, Saturday, 8AM -NOON.  QUARTERLY BEACH CLEANUP, sponsored by Friends of Tigertail.  Volunteers meet at Tigertail Beach Kiosk.   Garbage bags and gloves provided.  Link.

 

4. December 6, Saturday, 6PM. ANNUAL BOAT PARADE.   


 

5. December 8, Monday, 9AM. CHESS for ALL AGES,  Marco Lutheran Church. Everyone welcome. 
 
6. December 8, Monday, 7PM.  BINGO'S BACK!! JCMI, Winterberry Dr. Free
hot-dogs & more! 
  Bingoball
Doors open at 5:30!  This is 15th year.  Big Jackpots!!  Coupon for 3 FREE Bonanzas. Link.

7. December 9,Tuesday 6PM.  1ST ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DINNER to benefit the Province House,

  Naples, Fl. sponsored by San Marco Catholic Church. Will be in the parish center.  Cost: $25pp, Cash Bar Available.  Tickets can be purchased at the parish office or from Lynne Minozzi at 642-3836.


 

8. December 10, Wednesday, 7:30AM-1:30PM.  FARMERS MARKET at Veterans Park.


11. December 10, Wednesday,7PM.  THE SICILIAN TENORS "CHRISTMAS AMORE". 

  San Marco Parish Hall.  Only $30pp, tickets available at the Parish Office or call (239) 394-5181 or Kathleen's Hail Salon, Bald Eagle Dr. (239) 404-6733.  Link.



9. December  11, Thursday, NOON.  GENTLE YOGA.  EVERYONE WELCOME!  
 
MI Lutheran Church, N. Collier Blvd.


10. December 13, Saturday, 6:30 PM.   ANNUAL "CHRISTMAS STREET PARADE" 


 

along San Marco Rd.    Put your chairs out early.

  (Photo by Lance Shearer)


11. December 13, Saturday, 10AM-NOON.   COOKIES & MILK with SANTA & MRS CLAUS. 

    Santa and Mrs. Claus will be coming in by helicopter! Come meet Santa 5 Santa and tell him what you want for Christmas. Don't forget to enjoy cookies and milk with him afterwards. Donations welcome! Open to all ages,   Mackle Park. 

 

12. December 14, Sunday, 1-7PM.  ICE SKATING AT VETERANS PARK.  

   

 

Also, Olaf's Bounce House,  Alpine Slide and Train Rides for Kids.  Link.

 

 

13. December 14, Sunday, 2PM.  "THE JEWISH CARDINAL", Jewish Film Festival. JCMI, Winterberry Dr.  EVERYONE INVITED.   Link.

 

14. December 15, Monday, 9AM. CHESS for ALL AGES,  Marco Lutheran Church. Everyone welcome. 
 

15. December 15, Monday, 7PM.  BINGO'S BACK!! JCMI, Winterberry Dr. Free 
hot-dogs & more! 
 
Doors open at 5:30!  This is 16th year.  Big Jackpots!!  Coupon for 3 FREE Bonanzas. Link.

16. December 17, Wednesday, 7:30AM-1:30PM.  FARMERS MARKET at Veterans Park.

 


17. December 18, Thursday, NOON. GENTLE YOGA.  EVERYONE WELCOME!  
 
MI Lutheran Church, N. Collier Blvd.


18. December 19, Friday, sunset!  MOVIE IN THE PARK "ELF"


Note: movie will be at Veterans Park and sponsored by Christmas Island Style.
       Bring lawn chairs, blankets & refreshments will be served.

 

19. December 19, Friday, 7PM.  CRAIG DIAMOND: OFF THE WALL MAGIC SHOW.  "Laugh Till It Hurts"!  Rose History Auditorium, $25pp.  Flyer.

20. December 22, Monday, 9AM. CHESS for ALL AGES,  Marco Lutheran Church. Everyone welcome. 
  

21. December 22, Monday, 7PM.  BINGO'S BACK!! JCMI, Winterberry Dr. Free 
hot-dogs & more! 
   
Doors open at 5:30!  This is 16th year.  Big Jackpots!!  Coupon for 3 FREE Bonanzas. link.

22. December 23, Tuesday, 7:30AM-1:30PM.  FARMERS MARKET at Veterans Park.

23. December 25, Thursday.  


 

24. December 22, Monday, 7PM.  BINGO'S BACK!!  
JCMI, Winterberry Dr. Free  
  Bingoball hot-dogs & more! 
   
Doors open at 5:30!  This is 16th year.  Big Jackpots!!  Coupon for 3 FREE Bonanzas. Link.


 

25. December 29, Monday, NOON. GENTLE YOGA with Instructor Ms Carla Bottalla  

EVERYONE WELCOME!   
MI Lutheran Church, N. Collier Blvd.


 


 

25. December 30, Tuesday, 7:30AM-1:30PM.  FARMERS MARKET at Veterans Park.

MAXINE KNOWS BEST!!
     

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