Boomer Guide 2015

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BOOMER 2015 EDITION

BOOMER

Forever Young Issue

9th annual DIRECTORY

Cool in Cars Port Canaveral Winston Scott

Jazz-stronaut

clubs & organizations COMMUNITY resources VETERANS RESOURCES business LISTINGS senior living tour support groups

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ways to feel

YOGA

embrace the healthy

VETERANS Resources

Fountain of youth may have paws


Brevard County’s Newest Memory Care Community

Meaningful Days. Inspiring Care.

you inspire

passion

At InspiredLivingSMat Palm Bay, our residents are an inspiration to us. They fuel our passion and give us purpose to be more than a place where your loved one lives. They inspire us to be the home where he or she loves to live. From our private, deluxe and companion memory care suites to personalized care that focuses on individual needs and choices, our residents enjoy a truly rewarding, engaging and secure lifestyle.

InspiredLiving at Palm Bay SM

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Call to schedule a tour! 350 Malabar Road SW | Palm Bay, FL 32907 (2.8 miles west of I-95)

Call to learn more: (321) 473-6190

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1200 54th Ave. West | Bradenton, FL 34207 ALF #12337

InspiredLivingSMat Ivy Ridge InspiredLivingIvyRidge.com | 727-490-3233

7179 40th Ave. North | St. Petersburg, FL 33709 ALF #12224

InspiredLivingSMat Sarasota InspiredLivingSarasota.com | 941-404-7888

1900 Phillippi Shores Dr.| Sarasota, FL 34231 ALF #12463

Florida InspiredLivingSM communities coming soon: InspiredLivingSMat Sun City Center InspiredLivingSMat Tampa InspiredLivingSMat Lakewood Ranch


WHEN SOMETHING IS

IT CAN BE A SETBACK. When things get painful, don’t wait it out. Emergency medicine is about three things: compassion, skilled care and speed. You’ll find these at Wuesthoff Medical Center–Rockledge and Melbourne. To check our E.R. wait times, text your ZIP code to ERTIME (378463)* or visit Wuesthoff.com.

Wuesthoff Medical Center–Rockledge 110 Longwood Avenue Rockledge, FL 32955

Wuesthoff Medical Center–Melbourne 250 N. Wickham Road Melbourne, FL 32935

321-636-2211

321-752-1200

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.

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HotLines Emergency............................................................................................9-1-1 Alcoholics Anonymous..............................................321-724-2247 Circles of Care..................................................................321-722-5200 High-quality mental health, alcohol, drug abuse treatment and related services through its hospital-based and state and county contracted programs.

Florida Senior Legal Helpline...............................1-888-895-7873 Elder Floridians’ source to gain convenient access to legal advice and referrals. Elder Abuse Hotline...............................................1-800-96-ABUSE 962-2873 # TDD (Telephone Device for the Deaf).......1-800-453-5145 Elder Helpline............................................................. 1-800-96-ELDER 1-800-963-5337

Emergency and Hurricane Safety Information...........page 95

Housing and Human Services Housing ............321-633-2076 Florida Domestic Violence Hotline..................1-800-500-1119 National Domestic Violence Hotline .............1-800-799-7233 National Flood Insurance Program..................1-800-638-6620 National Fraud Information Center...............................fraud.org National Hispanic Family Health Helpline...1-866-783-2645 Poison Control.............................................................1-800-222-1222 Salvation Army Domestic Violence Shelter....321-631-2764 Serene Harbor .................................................................321-726-8282 Suicide Prevention Lifeline ..................................1-800-273-8255 Veterans Affairs Suicide 24hr Hotline.............1-800-273-8255 Women’s Center.............................................................321-242-3110 Women’s Center counseling services..................321-242-1526

HelpLines Brevard County We all need help from time to time. We have categorized these listings in the areas of greatest need, and cross referenced many of the services that pertain to multiple populations. When in doubt, call 2-1-1. In addition to our local suicide prevention hotline, telephone operators at Brevard 2-1-1 can look up and refer you to virtually any needed service. For those of us with a passion to give to those less fortunate, these listings are a great guide to volunteer opportunities.

Aging and Disability Resource Center 1-800-963-5337 Senior Resource Alliance Elder Helpline 1-800-963-5337 Brevard Information Helpline 2-1-1 2-1-1 a 24/7 Helpline for essential services Alternate 211 number 321-632-6688 Brevard County Health Department 321-637-7300 Brevard County Legal Aid 321-631-2500 Brevard County TRIAD 2-1-1 Aging Matters in Brevard 321-639-8770 Florida Highway Patrol 321-690-3900 Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission 352-732-1225 Meals on Wheels 321-639-8770 Parrish Senior Solutions 321-268-6800 Red Cross 321-890-1002

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Police (City) Non-Emergency Cape Canaveral 321-868-1212 SHINE 321-752-8080 (Sheriff’s office) Social Security Administration . Cocoa 321-639-7620 321-868-3251 1-866-716-7667 Cocoa Beach Sunflower House 321-452-4341 Indialantic 321-723-7788 321-773-3030 Victim Advocate Services 321-617-7555 Indian Harbour Beach Melbourne 321-259-1211 Melbourne Beach 321-723-4343 Physician Referral 321-725-7224 Health First Physician Referral 321-434-4335 Melbourne Village 321-952-3456 Parrish Physician Referral 321-268-6110 Palm Bay Wuesthoff Physician Referral . Rockledge 321-690-3988 321-773-4400 1-800-522-6363 Satellite Beach Titusville 321-264-7800 Brevard County Sheriff West Melbourne 321-723-9673 Non-Emergency Brevard County Fire Rescue Sheriff Wayne Ivey 321-264-5201 Non-Emergency 321-633-2056 Central Area 321-633-7162 North Area 321-264-5100 For additional Senior Services South Area 321-952-6371 listings see page 29t.

Seniors vs. Crime

Consumer-related complaints

800-203-3099


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For more information, call 321.725.4799 or visit www.gentiva.com.

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Contents BUSINESS Resources

Clubs and Organizations More than 550 listings

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67 We salute our veterans and reach back to give help for all their sacrifice.

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55+ Retirement Communities & Gated Communities

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BREVARD COUNTY MAP PARKS FOR 50+ SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION

ALZHEIMERS and

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MEMORY CARE

COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES

SUPPORT GROUP LISTINGS A-Z and everything in between. FROM MIMS TO BAREFOOT BAY

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GOVERNMENT LISTINGS

EMERGENCY AND

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HURRICANE SAFETY INFORMATION SENIORS AT LUNCH SHINE OFFICES

VOLUNTEERING

Opportunities


On the Cover

By Mary Brotherton

Encore! Encore!

Ambitious traveler

If Mary Denni’s face looks familiar, it’s because she was featured in a 2010 issue of Senior Life, as a boomer model contestant.

Christine Bourdeau loves to travel. It’s her dream to visit every French-speaking area in the world. When she read about the Boomer Guide model search in Senior Life, she had no idea some of the photo shoots would occur at Port Canaveral, one of the world’s largest gateways to travel.

She didn’t make the cut for the 2011 Boomer Guide but said, “Just seeing my face on the newspaper was exciting.” She did some modeling in her early 20s, but the Wisconsin native put her dream on hold when the first of her four children was born. Instead, she pursued a career in the legal field. When she saw the ad for models in Senior Life, the grandmother of 10 decided to try again. “I must have done better,” she said, “because I was called back as a finalist for the cover.” “Each time brought its own individual excitement, but I think you appreciate it more as you get older,” she said. The Rockledge resident said she and her husband, Tom, are enjoying retirement. When she’s not accompanying him to the doctor appointments necessitated from injuries he sustained in NYC as a 911 first responder, they take day trips to see Florida’s hidden gems. The couple, who married in 2013, will renew their vows at the Senior Safari at Brevard Zoo, when the 2015 Boomer Guide reveals its cover models.

The Roger Williams University graduate moved to Melbourne Beach from Rhode Island more than 30 years ago, and has thrown herself into the Florida lifestyle with hobbies like yoga, boating and bike riding along the beach. A former representative for a local hospice, she recently started studying Ikebana, the art of Japanese floral design. Bourdeau almost withdrew from the model competition, when her mother passed away during the 2014 holiday season. “I didn’t know if I could do it, but I’m glad I did. It was such a nice camaraderie meeting and working with everybody for the Boomer Guide. The whole experience was fun and it gave me something else to focus on. It was so wonderful to be a part of this.”

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Articles

BOOMER

BOOMER

9th Annual Boomer Guide 2015 A supplement to Senior Life of Florida

About the crew Published Annually by Bluewater Creative Group, Inc. Publisher Jill Blue Gaines

Winston Scott

ART DIRECTOR Cory Davis Editors Linda Wiggins, Melinda Millsap

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Writers Mary Brotherton, Christine Edwards Mike Gaffey, Maria Sonnenberg, Rachel Wick, Linda Wiggins, George White Editorial Photography George White, Linda Wiggins Darrell Woehler, Mike Gaffey Location Photographer Keith Betterley Betterley Photographic

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Winston Scott Jazz-stronaut

toots horn for FIT, youth By Maria Sonnenberg

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aptain Winston Scott keeps a trumpet in his office at Florida Institute of Technology, because, well, you never know when you’re going to need one. “I practice almost every day,” said Scott.

at Florida Tech, often plays with the school’s Jazz Syndicate ensemble during Jazz Friday events at the Foosaner Art Museum and performs with Winston Scott’s Cosmic Ensemble, which includes wellknown local pros such as Ron Teixera.

As senior vice president for external relations and economic development at the Melbourne university, Scott is always in the public eye, and a trumpet often comes in handy when winning an audience.

A trumpet always nearby, the Miami native has segued from a distinguished military and space career to his current position, which includes a good dose of community work that in particular focuses on encouraging youth to follow their dreams.

“I do a lot of school visits,” said Scott. “I want to motivate the next generation.”

Scott has a lifelong commitment to community service, which has included volunteer flying for Angel Flight South Center, instruction at the Bronze Eagle Summer Flight Academy, helping Habitat for Humanity building projects and serving as associate

As astronaut, Scott is a rare bird, a music major from Florida State University’s Class of 1972. He joined the Navy in 1972, becoming an aviator and a captain during a career that spanned from 1972 to 1999 and included a seven-year stint as mission specialist and flight engineer

In April of 2015, Scott will grab the trumpet to play with the Melbourne High School Jazz Band during a concert at Atlantic Music in Melbourne. As a member of Florida Tech’s TWITCHY faculty band, Scott puts the trumpet to good use during many special events that benefit the community. He also teaches the byaudition-only advanced jazz classes

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board chair of the Tallahassee Challenger Learning Center. A keynote speaker at major conferences for A-list companies such as Microsoft, Scott is equally at ease in public school classrooms, where he serves to inspire students to achieve and to pursue careers in science and technology. He is a frequent speaker at Boys and Girls Clubs throughout Florida.


for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Beyond NASA, Scott served alma mater Florida State as vice president for student affairs. He was also associate dean at FAMUFSU College of Engineering, executive director of Florida Space Authority and vice president and deputy general manager of Jacobs Engineering’s Engineering and Science Contract Group. His days in space may be history, but Scott stays connected with the space program, visiting Kennedy Space Center for special appearances and serving as commentator for events such as the recent Orion launch. As a technical advisor to NBC and its affiliates, Scott provided commentaries and interviews for major space events. He was featured

on several PBS and Discovery Channel documentaries on space and his book, “Reflections from Earth Orbit,” was published in 2005. Florida appointed him to the board of supervisors of Florida Space Authority, the organization that directs all non-NASA space flight activities in the state. In short, Scott may not be in space, but space is still very much a part of him.

Thanks to the Piper Saratoga he owns, Scott still has the freedom of flying, often hopping as far as Canada in his private plane.

“My space experience continues to dominate my life,” said Scott.

Retirement is nowhere in the horizon. “I don’t know that I will ever retire,” said Scott. “I like to stay active.” ◆

His years with the space program also allows him a unique vantage point to see the evolution of the space program.

Beyond the flying and the trumpet, Scott stays active with tennis at Eau Gallie Yacht Club, tinkering with electronics and practicing martial arts as a second degree black belt in Shotokan Karate.

“We’re in between eras in the space program now, and we’re still defining the future,” he said.

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The faces of the Boomer Guide 3

Annual search brings the talent to Port Canaveral’s Exploration Tower

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By MARY BROTHERTON The faces you see in the 2015 Boomer Guide belong to your neighbors. They are business people, retirees, parents, grandparents, friends, and volunteers from Brevard County. What sets them apart is their willingness to take a risk “to go for it,” whatever it may be.

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Boomer Guide’s amazing, award-winning photographer, Keith Betterley, knows how to bring out the inner star with a natural ease and unsurpassed professionalism. Many models have attributed their enjoyable experiences to how he made them feel comfortable with the camera, lights and posing that looks and feels natural. All our models have expressed how much fun they had at our unique locations. This year, Boomer Guide focused on a feeling, rather than an era. Forever Young at Heart and Embracing the Beach Lifestyle were our dominant themes for 2015. After all, we live in one of the most beautiful Florida cultures on the East Coast! If you would like to be considered as a model in the 2016 Boomer Guide, call 321-242-1235. We typically call applicants for the photo sessions in late summer or early fall, but don’t wait to get your name on the list. The opportunities are limited. The experience is for a lifetime! 1. Birgit Smith, Merritt Island 2. Joyce Aron, Titusville 3. Christine Bourdeau, Melbourne Beach 4. Carol Ann Stumpf, Indian Harbour Beach 5. Bill Antonetz, Indialantic 6. Mary Denni, Rockledge 7. Donna Zirwes, Melbourne 8. Chris Carter, Indialantic 9. Kelly T. Lacouture, Merritt Island 10. Annette Stanton, Rockledge 11. Richard Esterson, Palm Bay 12. Carlie Willett, Melbourne Beach

13. D oreen Boudreux, Melbourne 14. R obert Johnson, Melbourne 15. L inda Jones, Melbourne 16. A nn Hamilton, Melbourne Beach 17. R oy Stanton, Rockledge 18. G eorge Vega, Cocoa 19. J udy Reed, Rockledge 20. N ada M. DeVito, Fellsmere 21. B arbara Lillard, Cocoa Beach 22. J eannette Lorio, Melbourne Not pictured, Pamela Fike, George Willet

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Lose the stress,

embrace the healthy

by George White

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ichael Corrie’s life journey has taken him all over the world as an international businessman but it’s the journey he’s taken since leaving it all behind that has made him a picture of health at age 65.

Now living in Indialantic and teaching yoga privately, Corrie is a trim version of his former self, down about 50 pounds since he turned the corner on the stress that had propelled him to the top levels of business. His resumé from his “former” self begins in the mid 1970s as a field construction manager for three air fields in the Sahara Desert in Africa looking for oil. After that, he transitioned from a manager position with 400 employees in Saudi Arabia, a three-year stint in Jordan, to serving as an offshore oil consultant in Norway and later a manager of packaging firms in Ukraine and finally Moscow, ending in 2005. “I realized I could die a rich man because I was 50 pounds heavier than I am now, smoking cigarettes and not in the greatest health. I was about 280 pounds. I went to an American doctor and he said, “You have high blood pressure, high cholesterol and type 2 diabetes. Here, take these pills for the rest of your life.” That irritated me,’’ he said. He remembered back to the days he took yoga classes and decided to make the change. “My first yoga class was in 1974 but then I went to the desert. I really liked yoga but I couldn’t do it through my international career. I liked the meditation and I liked the poses. I started weight training, rowing three times a week and walking on the beach at the Chesapeake

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Bay every day. Instead of snacking on popcorn and Coca-Cola I would have one apple. I dropped my first 25 pounds,’’ he said. “In 2008 I threw away all my pills. I don’t take any pills. I don’t need them. I don’t use anything but food,” he said. He moved to Norway, where he has family but changes in the law made him move and he chose India to study yoga, ending with a 500-hour advanced certificate. “I was just teaching young people but it wasn’t interesting to me. This April 2014 I decided to come to Florida to teach to seniors because Americans have a great misconception that yoga is only for young people and is only poses. There are so many old people that are in so much trouble mentally and physically and yoga can help them, not because we’re going to get down on the mat and twist ourselves into pretzels but we’re going to learn how to breathe. If you learn how to breathe properly, that’s going to improve your immunity, energy levels and give you some more good years of your life. “The bottom line on yoga is getting you to meditate. You can’t get to meditation unless you can breathe correctly. You can’t breathe correctly unless your body is working well so that’s the purpose of poses. You do the poses to be able to breathe to be able to meditate.” Corrie is teaching yoga lessons independently now, either individually or in small groups, doing business as Gaia Yoga. For more information, call 772-240-8215. ◆

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The Fountain of Youth may have paws By Rachel Wick For generations, the search has been on for the Fountain of Youth. There are those who have tried to find it in fitness fads and face creams, but missed one of the secrets to staying young that has been looking them right in the eye: their pets. Furry friends such as dogs and cats, can play a vital role in helping boomers and seniors age gracefully. Pets help keep emotional balance, develop fitness routines and maintain social connections. Lucille “Lou” Jischke of West Melbourne and her shih tzu Joey are a great example of the lasting bond that can be formed. Jischke is a life-long dog owner, and a prime example of the health benefits that owning a pet provides. At age 91, Jischke is in good physical health, still drives and has a healthy mind. She admits that having dogs throughout her life, and owning Joey more recently, has helped keep her active. “I take him for a walk every day, and play with him. Joey likes that, he likes to go for a walk,” Jischke said. Taking a dog for a walk can be a fun activity for seniors and has proven an effective way to maintain physical activity. Studies show that pet owners are much more likely to meet their exercise quota, and that regular exercise can help relieve stress. The health benefits don’t stop there. Owning a dog can also been proven to lower blood pressure, prevent depression, curb anxiety and help posttraumatic stress disorder. Pet owners also have 21 percent fewer doctor visits, and

Boomer Guide Darrell Woehler Lucille “Lou” Jischke relies on pet shih tzu Joey for company, security and daily exercise. pet owning seniors take better care of themselves. According to Jischke, she formed an instant connection when adopting Joey from the Humane Society with her late husband Kenneth Jischke. At that time, Joey was about a year old. “We went there, and he was in a cage all curled up, and Ken said let’s take this one out. Nobody seemed to want him, but we took to him right away,” Jischke said. “We took him home, and he’s been a good dog ever since.” “They have always had dogs,” said daughter Sharon Scoufis. Studies show that later in life as people lose loved ones or a spouse, a pet gives owners someone to talk to and helps to prevent loneliness. This has definitely proven true in Jischke’s case. She recently suffered the loss of Ken, her husband of 70 years. The death of the love of her life, has been a major emotional blow for Lucille. She says that the companionship of Joey has helped her during this difficult time. “It seems like he knows when I need some help. He knows when I’m lonely. I would never get rid of him, he’s a lot of company,” she said.

Caring for Joey has also helped Jischke feel that she has a purpose. Even on the days when it’s difficult to get out of bed, she knows that Joey needs her. Beyond emotional support, pets can also provide the added benefit of security. “He lets me know when someone is at the door,” she said. “It also feels like I have someone in the house.” Owning a pet can also be a great way to meet people, whether it be at the dog park, an area pet store or training classes. Seniors can bond with other owners in these locales and even setup “doggy dates.” In addition to Joey, Jischke also shares her home with a 25-year old blue-fronted Amazon parrot named Blue who serves as Joey’s nemesis. “He doesn’t like the bird though, he goes and barks at her, and she squawks,” she said. Despite her love of animals, don’t expect Jischke to add a feline friend to the mix anytime soon. “I don’t like cats, but have always loved having the dogs. It’s a lot of company and it makes it so that I’m not alone, as long as Joey is here.” ◆

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BUSINESS

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Airport.........................................22 A/C and Heating Services...............22

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT.....27

Alzheimer’s Care .............22

MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS.27

Adult Day Care..................22

MEDICARE HEALTH PLANS...............................................27

Attorney & Legal...........22 Blind & Vision Services.22 BLOOD BANK............................22 CANCER CENTERS.................22 CARE MANAGEMENT.......22 Dentist..........................................23

Resources

MEDICAL ALERT SYSTEMS.........................................26

DIABETES SUPPORT.............23 Employment..........................23 EYE CARE.......................................23 FARMERS MARKET...............23 FOOD ASSISTANCE...............23 GARDENING ..............................23 HoME CARE— NON-MEDICAL .......................24 HOME CARE—MEDICAL .25 HOME SAFETY..........................25 HOSPICE.........................................25 HOSPITALS...................................26 INSURANCE.................................26 LIBRARIES......................................26

MEMORY CLINICS.................27 MOVING & STORAGE........27 MUSEUMS & HISTORIC PLACES.............................................27 NEWSPAPERS/ magazines...............................28 PERSONAL SERVICES...........28 REHABilation........................28 RESPITE PROGRAMS...........28 REverse mortgage.........28 SENIOR CENTERS AND 55+ CLUBS.......................29 SENIOR SERVICES....................29 SHINE.................................................30 STATE ATTORNEY..................30 TRANSPORTATION..............30 TRAVEL & TOURS...................30 UTILITY ASSISTANCE...........30 VETERANS RESOURCES....30 WORK PLACEMENT............30 WOUND CARE.........................30

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Airport

Melbourne International Airport Airport Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-6227 Melbourne Express Transportation. . . . . . 800-826-45447 One Air Terminal Parkway, Melbourne, FL 32901 mlbair.com

A/C and Heating Services

M & M Air and Heat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-544-0953

Alzheimer’s Care

The Florida Bar Lawyer Referral Service. . 800-342-801v1 Statewide Senior Legal Helpline: . . . . . . . . . 888-895-7873 William A. Johnson, P.A.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-1667 21 Suntree Place, Suite 100, Melbourne floridaelderlaw.net

Blind & Vision Services

Brevard Association for the Advancement of the Blind. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-7222 674 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach

Brevard Alzheimer’s Foundation, Inc. . . . . . 321-253-4430 brevardalzheimers.org

Canine Companions for Independence. . . 407-522-3304 8150 Clarcona Ocoee Rd., Orlando • cci.org

The Center for Family Caregivers. . . . . . . . . . 321-434-7625 3661 S. Babcock St., Melbourne

CVI—Center for the Visually Impaired . . . . 800-227-1284 1187 Dunn Ave., Daytona Beach cvicentralflorida.org

Adult Day Care

Licensed centers in a safe setting with specially trained staff providing social activities, nutrition and respite. See full listing on myseniorlife.com

NORTH BREVARD

Joe’s Club Adult Day Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-9144 830 Park Ave., Titusville brevardalzheimers.org

Southeastern Guide Dogs and Paws for Independence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 941-729-5665 4210 77th St. E, Palmetto, FL 34221 guidedogs.org Talking Books/Homebound Services . . . . . 321-633-1810 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa

BLOOD BANK

CENTRAL BREVARD

956 South U.S. 1, Rockledge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-632-2052 789 South Babcock St., Melbourne. . . . . . . . . . . 321-768-8585 3880 S. Washington Ave., Titusville. . . . . . . . . . . 321-267-6712

All One Family Senior Day Program. . . . . . . 321-453-6577 585 N. Courtenay Pkwy., St. 101, Merritt Island allonefamilyseniordayprogram.com

CANCER CENTERS

Adult Day Care of Merritt Island . . . . . . . . . . 321-986-8500 3702 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island

Hey Days Senior Day Program. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-474-8289 210 N. Grove St., Merritt Island Senior Care of Brevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-9014 234 Willard Street, Suite A, Cocoa seniorcareofbrevard.com

SOUTH BREVARD

Easter Seals Adult Day Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-4474 Joe’s Club Adult Day Care Melbourne. . . . . 321-253-4430 4676 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne brevardalzheimers.org River’s Edge Adult Day Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-727-7337

MICCO

Joe’s Club Adult Day Care Micco . . . . . . . . . . 772-664-9996 7951 Ron Beatty Blvd., Micco brevardalzheimers.org

Attorney & Legal

Brevard County Legal Aid, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-2500 brevardcountylegalaid.org

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American Cancer Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-0361 5545 N. Wickham Rd., Ste. 107, Melbourne Cancer Care Centers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-0898 1430 S. Pine St., Melbourne, FL 32901 240 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne, FL 32935 215 Cone Rd., Merritt Island, FL 32952 1264 Malabar Rd., SE, Palm Bay, FL 32907 107 Longwood Ave., Rockledge, FL 32955 cancercarebrevard.com Space Coast Cancer Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-4200 490 N. Washington Ave. Titusville 8725 N. Wickham Rd., Viera 111 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne 225 Cone Road., Merritt Island spacecoastcancer.com United Order True Sisters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0591 Provides free mammograms for uninsured women.

CARE MANAGEMENT

Total Long-Term Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-752-0995 Consultant Services, Certified Geriatric Care Management & Professional Guardian Services; TLCConsultantServices.com


Cedric C. Chenet, D.D.S, PA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-3895 7331 Office Park Place, Suite 100, Viera, FL Smile Design & Implant Center . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-7775 8247 Devereux Dr., Viera Dr. Chris Edwards & Dr. Julia Bunker

DIABETES SUPPORT

FOOD ASSISTANCE

Catholic Charities Family Emergency Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-636-6144 . Call to make an appointment. 5145 N. Hwy U.S. 1, Cocoa 3050 Hwy. A1A, Indialantic Central Brevard Sharing Center. . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-0306 sharingcenter.org

American Diabetes Association. . . . . . . . . . . 407-660-1926 2290 Lucien Way, Ste. 230, Maitland

Daily Bread. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-1060 dailybreadinc.org

Employment

East Coast Christian Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-1060

AARP SECEP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-1444 17 E. Hibiscus Ave., Melbourne Brevard Workforce Career Centers. . . . . . . . 321-504-7600 3880 S. Washington Ave., Suite 214, Titusville 295 Barnes Blvd., Rockledge 5275 Babcock St. NE, Suite 8B, Palm Bay brevardworkforce.com

EYE CARE

Salvation Army Emergency Food Pantry Donations / Nonperishable Food 919 Peachtree St., Cocoa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-632-6060 1080 S. Hickory St., Melbourne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-0494 1218 W. Main St., Titusville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-3110

GARDENING

Master Gardeners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-1702, ext. 227 3695 Lake Dr., Cocoa

Dr. Frederick Ho. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-757-7272 Atlantic Eye, 8040 N. Wickham Rd., Viera Florida Eye Associates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-727-2020 Melbourne, Cocoa Beach, Palm Bay, Viera FloridaEyeAssociates.com Florida Retina Specialists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-735-8800 280 N. Sykes Creek Pkwy., Suite B, Merritt Island FloridaRetinaSpecialists.com

FARMERS MARKET

Brevard County Farmers Market Wickham Park Pavilion . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-1702 x 238 Every Thursday night 3 - 6 p.m. Wickham Park Equestrian Center (the stables) 2500 Parkway Dr., Melbourne brevardcountyfarmersmarket.com

Board Certified Ophthalmologist specializing in:

-Macular Degeneration -Diabetic Retinopathy -Retinal Detachment/Tears -Macular Hole/Membrane -Flashes and Floaters -Trauma

Dr. Frank X. Venzara, III

321-735-8800

www.FloridaRetinaSpecialists.com

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Rockledge Gardens & The Farm at Rockledge Gardens. . . . . . . . . . 321-636-7662 2153 S. U.S. Hwy #1, Rockledge Open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Farmers Market Wednesdays and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Knowledgeable. Beautiful. Local.

HoME CARE窶年ON-MEDICAL

Aging Matters In Brevard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-2746 Case management, personal care, respite, lifeline, adult day care and homemaker services 3600 W. King St., Suite 5, Cocoa agingmattersbrevard.org Caregivers for Seniors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-722-2242 caregiversforseniors.com Comforts of Home Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-0107 Care management, Care assistance comfortsohc.com

2153 U.S. Hwy #1 (321)636-7662 www.rockledgegardens.com

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Home Instead Senior Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-1003 2351 West Eau Gallie Blvd., Suite 1, Melbourne homeinstead.com VNA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-749-5760 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach vnatc.com


HOSPICE

Gentiva Home Health 1333 Gateway Dr., Suite 1020, Melbourne. . . . . 321-725-4799 8247 Devereux Dr., Suite 103, Viera. . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-9995 gentiva.com

Hospice enables terminally ill patients to remain at home during illness, relatively free from pain, surrounded by family and friends and living life as fully as possible.

Health First Home Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-5909 Home.Care@Health-First.org 200 S. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island 1912 Dairy Rd. , West Melbourne 900 Village Square, Ste. 1, Sebastian

Hospice of Health First, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-0494 1900 Dairy Rd., West Melbourne 200 S. Courtenay Parkway, Merritt Island Licensed to serve since 1985 Hospice@Health-First.org

Health First Private Duty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-459-1804 220 S. Courtenay Pkwy., Suite C, Merritt Island

Hospice of St. Francis, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-4240 1250-B Grumman Place, Titusville 4875 N Wickham Rd., Suite 104, Melbourne outreach@hospiceofstfrancis.com

Parrish Home Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6275 830 Century Medical Dr., Suite A, Titusville parrishmed.com Wuesthoff Homecare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (321) 253-2200 8060 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera

HOME SAFETY

Senior Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-2744 Provides services to elders, enabling them to remain in their own homes in a safe, secure and dignified manner. *There is no charge for most services. 3600 W. King St., Cocoa

WE PUT OUR

Edward M. Poe Hospice Care Center . . . . . . 321-269-4240 1250 Grumman Place, Titusville

VITAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-6671 VITAS.com/Florida William Childs Hospice House . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-8400 381 Medplex Parkway, Palm Bay health-first.org Wuesthoff Hospice & Palliative Care . . . . . . 321-253-2222 8060 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera Wuesthoff Hospice House Dr. Jey Pillai Center for Hospice Care . . . . . . 321-637-2755 661 Eyster Blvd., Rockledge

The world’s trusted source for non-medical companionship and home care for seniors.

in Caring for your loved one ♥ Care Management ♥ Care Assistance ♥ Companions/Sitters ♥ Transportation and Errands ♥ Dementia Care Lic S227323 ♥ Meal Preparation Our Caregivers are ♥ Medication Reminders background screened, ♥ Home or Facility Assistance insured, licensed, ♥ Housekeeping / Laundry bonded and payroll ♥ Hourly or Live-In Specialists employees. ♥ On Call Supervision 24/7 We Bill Insurance Companies ♥ Pet Assistance

We are a Senior Resource Information Center Call Today for a FREE CONSULTATION

321-255-0107

www.comfortsohc.com Serving Brevard County for 19 Years

• Transistional Care • Medication Reminders • Personal Care • Meal Preparation • Light Housekeeping • Transportation for shopping/ doctor appointments Call for Consultation

321-751-1003

CHAP Accredited HCS 23058 HHA 29993664

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HOSPITALS

INSURANCE

NORTH BREVARD

Parrish Medical Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6111 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville parrishmed.com

CENTRAL BREVARD

Cape Canaveral Hospital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-799-7111 701 W. Cocoa Beach Causeway, Cocoa Beach Health-First.org Wuesthoff Medical Center–Rockledge. . . . 321-636-2211 110 Longwood Ave., Rockledge wuesthoff.com Viera Hospital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-9000 8745 N. Wickham Road, Viera Health-First.org

SOUTH BREVARD Holmes Regional Medical Center . . . . . . . . . 321-434-7000 1350 S. Hickory St., Melbourne Health-First.org Kindred Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-733-5725 765 W. NASA Blvd, Melbourne khmelbourne.com Palm Bay Hospital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-8000 1425 Malabar Rd. NE, Palm Bay Health-First.org Wuesthoff Medical Center–Melbourne . . . 321-752-1200 250 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne wuesthoff.com Circles of Care, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-722-5200 400 E. Sheridan Rd., Melbourne circlesofcare.org Healthsouth Sea Pines Rehabilitation Hospital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-984-4600 101 E. Florida Ave., Melbourne healthsouthseapines.com

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Wayne Anthony Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-3181 7331 Office Park Place, Suite 500, Viera Your hometown insurance agency specializing in all your Auto, Homeowner, Rental, Business, Flood and Life insurance needs.

LIBRARIES

For programs and class listings visit brev.org Brevard County Law Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera Cape Canaveral Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Polk Ave., Cape Canaveral Central Brevard Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa Cocoa Beach Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 550 N. Brevard Ave., Cocoa Beach Eau Gallie Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne Franklin T. DeGroodt Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6475 Minton Rd. SW, Palm Bay Melbourne Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne Melbourne Beach Public Library. . . . . . . . . . 324 Ocean Ave., Melbourne Beach Merritt Island Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1195 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island Mims/Scottsmoor Public Library . . . . . . . . . 3615 Lionel Rd., Mims Palm Bay Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1520 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, Palm Bay

321-617-7295 321-868-1101 321-633-1792 321-868-1104 321-255-4304 321-952-6317 321-952-4514 321-956-5642 321-455-1369 321-264-5080 321-952-4519

Port St. John Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-1867 6500 Carole Ave., Port St. John Satellite Beach Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-779-4004 751 Jamaica Blvd., Satellite Beach South Mainland Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . 772-664-4066 7921 Ron Beatty Blvd., Micco Suntree/Viera Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4404 902 Jordan Blass Dr., Suntree Titusville Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-5026 2121 S. Hopkins Ave., Titusville West Melbourne Public Library. . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-4508 2755 Wingate Blvd., West Melbourne

MEDICAL ALERT SYSTEMS

Health First Critical Signal Technologies. . . 321-868-5809 129 W. Hibiscus Blvd., Suite A, Melbourne


Brevard Medical Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-453-3370 Browning’s Pharmacy & Health Care. . . . . . 321-725-6320 141 East Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne

East Central Florida Memory Disorder Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-768-9575 3661 S. Babcock Street, Melbourne ecfmdc.org

MOVING & STORAGE

Health First Medical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-3400 129 W. Hibiscus Boulevard, Suite A, Melbourne 7925 N. Wickham Rd., Suite B, Melbourne HFShoppes.com

White Glove Moving & Storage. . . . . . . . . . . 866-GLOVE10 whitegloveusa.com

Wuesthoff Home Medical Equipment. . . . . 321-632-4663 185 Barton Blvd., Rockledge wuesthoff.org

1916 Grant Historical House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-8543 5795 S. U.S. Highway 1, Grant grantseafoodfestival.com/grant-historical-house.aspx

Sharing Center, Central. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-0306

Air Force Space & Missile Museum. . . . . . . . 321-449-4400 Accessible from the “Then & Now” tour of the KSC Visitor Complex. afspacemuseum.org

United Order True Sisters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0591 American Cancer Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-433-3109

MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational Medical Services . . . . . . . . . . . 321-267-8311 A service of Parrish Medical Center 494 N. Washington Ave., Titusville

ORTHOPEDICS

Arthritis and Joint Center of FL . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-1501 109 Silver Palm Ave., Melbourne Parrish Orthopedics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6111 951 N. Washington Avenue, Titusville parrishmed.com

PAIN

Florida Pain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-784-8211 595 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Ste. 101, Merritt Island 5545 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne

SENIOR CONSULTATION

Parrish Senior Consultation Center . . . . . . . 321-383-9393 805-A Century Medical Drive, Titusville parrishmed.com

MUSEUMS & HISTORIC PLACES

The American Police Hall of Fame and Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-0911 6350 Horizon Dr., Titusville aphf.org Astronaut Hall of Fame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-449-4444 6225 Vectorspace Blvd, Titusville Brevard County Historical Commission Records Archive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-1794 Central Brevard Library 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa Brevard Museum of History & Natural Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-632-1830 2201 Michigan Ave., Cocoa brevardmuseum.com Cocoa Beach Surf Museum 4275 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach Eastern Florida State College Planetarium & Observatory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-433-7373 1519 Clearlake Rd., Cocoa

WOMEN’S CARE

Parrish Women’s Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6790 Parrish Women’s Diagnostic Center. . . . . . . 321-268-6680 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville The Women’s Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-3110 1425 Aurora Rd., Melbourne

MEDICARE HEALTH PLANS

Health First Medicare Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-5665 healthfirsthealthplans.org. . . . . . . . . . . Toll-free 800-716-7737

Moving Local & Long Distance

SENIOR

RELOCATION Specialists Offering full service solutions including:

MEMORY CLINICS

Health First Aging Institute 3661 S. Babcock Street, Melbourne. . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-7611 220 S. Courtenay Pkwy., Ste B, Merritt Island. . . . . 321-868-5815

whitegloveusa.com

• boxes & materials • packing & unpacking • loading & unloading • furniture disassembly & assembly • short & long term storage • picture & shelf hanging

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MEDICAL EQUIPMENT


You’re there to support your loved one, we’re here to support you.

Florida Historical Society Library of Florida History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-690-1971. 435 Brevard Ave., Cocoa Foosaner Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-674-8916. 1463 Highland Ave., Melbourne Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. . . 321-449-4444 kennedyspacecenter.com The Liberty Bell Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-727-1776 1601 Oak St., Melbourne The Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Cultural Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-6595 2180 Freedom Ave., Mims North Brevard Historical Museum . . . . . . . . 321-269-3658 301 S. Washington Ave., Titusville The Historic Rossetter House . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-254-9855 1320 Highland Ave., Melbourne U.S. Space Walk of Fame Museum. . . . . . . . . 321-264-0434 4 Main Street, Titusville Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum. . . 321-268-1941 6600 Tico Rd., Titusville

NEWSPAPERS/magazines

Senior Life Newspaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-757-9205 Brevard County’s award-winning monthly newspaper. Publishing since 1997. Online and in print. 7630 N. Wickham Rd., Suite 105, Viera FL 32940 myseniorlife.com

We don’t just care for your loved one, we help you navigate the personal challenges of being a caregiver. Does your loved one have difficulty leaving the home? Plan to have surgery? Struggle with a chronic or serious medical condition? Need assistance while recovering from an injury? Make frequent trips to the hospital? Need help understanding her/his medications? If so, our visiting nurses, therapists, and home health aides may be able to provide care in the comfort and safety of your loved one’s home. Call or visit us online to learn how the VNA can help you on your caregiving journey.

Viera Voice/Viera MD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-1235 Direct mail newspaper for Viera & Suntree areas. 7630 N. Wickham Rd., Suite 105, Viera, FL 32940 vieravoice.com

PERSONAL SERVICES

Mary Ann’s Mobile Cuts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-345-8881 Cuts, styles, senior grooming.

REHABilation

Gentiva Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-9995 8247 Devereux Drive, Suite 103, Melbourne gentiva.com

RESPITE PROGRAMS

Project RELIEF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-4430

REverse mortgage

Security 1 Lending . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259-7880 Barbara McIntyre, Reverse Mortgage Specialist

321.710.9885 • www.vnatc.com Medicare-Certified License #HHA299991471

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55+ Club of Satellite Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-6458 David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach Freedom 7 Community Center. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-783-9505 5000 Tom Warriner Blvd., Cocoa Beach freedom7seniors.org Greater Palm Bay Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Martin Andersen Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge North Brevard Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 909 Lane Ave., Titusville One Senior Place. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-6771 8085 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera oneseniorplace.com Sunflower House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4341 Mon-Sat, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. in Merritt Square Mall (across from Sports Authority) 777 E. Merritt Island Cswy., Merritt Island Wickham Park Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4494 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com

DriveAble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 855-365-3748 A cognitive driving assessment administered by healthcare professionals and certified evaluators. driveable.com East Central Florida Memory Disorder Clinic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-768-9575 3661 S. Babcock Street, Melbourne Elder Helpline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-96-ELDER. Aging Resource Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-963-5337 agingresourcecentersofflorida.org Florida Department of Elder Affairs. . . . . . . 850-414-2000 4040 Esplanade Way, Building B, Tallahassee elderaffairs.state.fl.us ElderCARE Information & Referral Line. . . . 321-727-3027 Providing valuable information and answers to Community Caregivers Eldercare. Health-First.org One Senior Place. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-6771 8085 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera oneseniorplace.com Parrish Senior Solutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6800 The Senior Consultation Center is a resource for physicians, patients, family members, nurses and other agencies. 805-B Century Medical Drive, Titusville, FL 32796 seniorsolutions@parrishmed.com

SENIOR SERVICES

Aging Matters in Brevard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-639-8770 Recognized by the Florida Dept. of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging as the Lead Agency for senior services in Brevard. 3600 W. King St., Cocoa agingmattersbrevard.org Meals on Wheels, Senior Nutrition Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-639-8770 Sunflower House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4341 in Merritt Square Mall (across from Sports Authority) Community Care Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-2746 Community Home Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-639-6652 Senior Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-2744 Provides services to elders, enabling them to remain in their own homes in a safe, secure and dignified manner. There is no charge for services. Retired & Senior Volunteer Program. . . . . . 321-631-2749 Senior TranServe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-806-3729 Brevard County Commission on Aging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-2007 Brevard’s Information & Referral line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1-1 TheBoomerSeniorGuide.com |

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Report Elder Abuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-96-ABUSE Senior Resource Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-963-5337 Statewide Senior Legal Helpline. . . . . . . . . . 888-895-7873 Florida Relay Service The Florida Relay Service is a service for people who use specialized telephone equipment to communicate with those who use standard telephones. Florida Relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1-1 Toll Free (Voice) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-955-8770 Toll Free (TTY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-955-8771 Space Coast Center for Independent Living. . . . . . 321-633-6011 Voice or TTY 571-W Haverty Court, Rockledge

SHINE

Community Action Agency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sharing Center, Central. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sharing Center, North . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sharing Center, Melbourne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . News Sharing Center, Palm Bay . . .• . Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . Resources Senior Living Tour Clubs & Organizations Support Groups listing of Resources Veterans Resources and GeoDatabase Directory

VETERANS RESOURCES

See page 65 for a full

321-633-1951 321-631-0306 321-269-6555 321-727-8581 321-676-2965

Organizations

WORK PLACEMENT

Goodwill Industries of Central FL . . . . . . . . . 321-953-8188

WOUND CARE

Health First Wound Management & Hyperbarics Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-1788

STATE ATTORNEY

Health First Pain Management Cocoa Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-868-7696 Cape Canaveral Hospital Medical Plaza 701 W. Cocoa Beach Cswy., Ste 202, Cocoa Beach

TRANSPORTATION

Health First Pain Management Palm Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-1700 5191 S. Babcock Street NE, Palm Bay

Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders. 321-752-8080

State Attorney and Elder Service Unit. . . . . 321-617-7510 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Building D, Viera “Need a Ride” Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-806-3199 Space Coast Center for Independent Living provides accessible van transportation service at low cost for individuals with disabilities when no other accessible transportation options are available. The transportation fare is $5.

Parrish Wound Healing Center. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6795 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville

Space Coast Area Transit (SCAT) . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-1878 Senior TranServe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-806-3729 Volunteer transportation service for homebound seniors in Brevard County. *Must be 60+ years old, ambulatory and able to enter/exit vehicle without assistance. Senior TranServe provides rides to appointments, shopping and visiting. Requires 7 day advance notice. Volunteers in Motion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-635-7999 Space Coast Area Transit provides reliable transportation to seniors who need get to doctor’s appointments and/or the grocery store.

TRAVEL & TOURS

Global Tours Global Tours & Travel. . . . . . . . 321-676-6040 1424 Highland Ave. & Eau Gallie, Melbourne, FL 32935 Fax 321-676-0049 Toll free 800-626-6040 globaltours.com carolann@globaltours.com Go Travel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-7556 7777 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne

UTILITY ASSISTANCE

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-2076

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Boomer Guide model signs with The Diamond Agency When she responded to another casting call she found in Senior Life, her life took an interesting turn, one she’d always dreamed of. The Viera Studio for the Performing Arts held a casting call for anyone, but also directed at those models who had appeared in the Boomer Guide. Amy Baker Severson from EoLA Casting and Nick Clayton of The Diamond Agency held a two-day workshop at the Studio and Jones said she soaked up every minute. “We had to audition and they gave us feedback,” Jones said. “One funny and one serious. When they called me over to audition. I said, ‘You want me to audition for you? Do you have any idea who I am? I am a star of stage and screen and Broadway and you want me to audition?’ My favorite actress is Bette Davis. I was there to have fun but I must have made a good impression, because they signed me.” By Mary Brotherton Linda Jones retired from her professional life as an administrator with the Brevard County school system and soon started her journey to fulfill her lifelong dream of being a professional model. “It all happened so fast,” Jones said. “I was actually planning to work in real estate.” The Suntree resident had picked up a copy of Senior Life and saw the call for models for the 2014 Boomer Guide. Jones said she filled out the form and continued life as usual. “At first, I received an email asking me to come to the King Center for a photo shoot. The email instructed me to wear something I might wear in the Australian outback. All the models dressed that way.” The Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts was the venue for Senior Life’s Backstage Pass: Senior Expo and Boomer Bash in 2013 and again in 2014 and provided the publisher with a great location for preliminary photographs of models who had made it to the second round in the annual contest. Jones was one of the models who made the cut and joined the Boomer Guide team at Brevard Zoo, which was the venue chosen to host the 2014 photo shoot.

Signing a contract with The Diamond Agency is just one of many steps for her. She has already started classes and has been working with several photographers for headshots and promo cards. One of her coaches is Natalia Denny, Vivien Leigh’s goddaughter, who has worked with Jones in intensive one-on-one acting practice to hone her natural talent. “Now, the fun part begins,” Jones said. “I’ve already been a paid extra in a commercial for Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and Amy said I’ll be on the short list for other projects. None of this would be possible if I hadn’t picked up that copy of Senior Life.” With no plans of fading into anyone’s sunset, Jones has big plans for her future. “I look forward to the day I get a call from Steven Spielberg or George Lucas but if I never got paid, it would be worth it because the journey has been fun.” ◆

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Exploration Tower is Port Canaveral’s newest visitor magnet

BY Maria Sonnenberg It’s a boat. It’s a wave. No, it is the Exploration Tower at Port Canaveral, an attraction that is hard to miss, even from busy State Road 528. “We left it up to the viewers to decide whether it looks like a sailboat or a wave,” said Tara Ruch, sales and marketing manager for Canaveral Port Authority, when asked about the building’s unique shape. The $23 million tower, which opened a year ago in November as part of the Port’s 60th anniversary, has already become an architectural landmark. This very out-of-the-ordinary venue located on what was once an open field is a perfect spot for festivals, concerts and private functions. It also boasts 5,500-square-feet of information about the Space Coast and Port Canaveral. Visitors enter the seven floors of exhibit space via a lakefront promenade where, at night, a cavalcade of lights seem to change colors at whim. On the main floor a gift shop and café help prepare guests for the adventure ahead. Walk up to the second floor to enjoy the views of both the lobby and sculptures of marine life created from 100 percent recycled materials. The interactive exhibition explores the history of the Space Coast’s native residents, the first European settlers and the story of Port Canaveral itself. On the third floor guests can learn about the Port’s vibrant history at the 72-seat, state-of-the-art Leisure and Recreation Theater. After viewing the one-of-a-kind movie, head to the fourth floor meeting and event space. It’s a busy space and perfect for wedding receptions and other private affairs.

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On the fifth floor the subject at hand is navigating Port Canaveral; guests can become pilots for a day as they navigate their own boats through Canaveral Harbor. The sky is the limit on the 6th floor, dedicated to air and space. The indoor observation level faces Kennedy Space Center and is a primo viewing site for rocket launches. The exhibits celebrate the frontiers of air and space. The outdoor observation deck crowns the Exploration Tower, affording a panoramic view of not just Port Canaveral, but also of Kennedy Space Center, the surrounding beaches and river and the spectacular wildlife that makes its home in the area. High-power telescopes afford you a close and personal look at the rockets before and during launches. The tower has played host to events that range from a Beach Boys concert to the Florida Key Lime Pie Festival. For tourists alighting from cruise ships, the Exploration Tower provides a place to get your Brevard bearings. For locals, the Exploration Tower serves to remind us about the many wonderful things available in this very special place we call home. â—† Brevard residents, seniors and the military enjoy a discounted admission of $4. General admission is $6.50. The Exploration Tower at Port Canaveral is located at 670 Dave Nisbet Dr., Port Canaveral. The tower is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week, although it does close for major holidays. For more information, call 321-394-3408 or visit ExplorationTower.com.

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AARP CHAPTERS....................36

MAGIC.............................................53

ALUMNI..........................................36

MEDITATION..............................53

ANIMAL, WILDLIFE & PET RESCUE............................36

MISCELLANEOUS...................53

ARCHERY.......................................37 ART LEAGUES & GUILDS.......................................37 ASTROLOGY...............................38 BINGO..............................................38 BOOK DISCUSSION..............39 CAMERA/ PHOTOGRAPHY......................39 COLLECTORS.............................39 COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY....................39 CONTINUING EDUCATION...............................40

MODEL CLUBS..........................55 MUSIC, BANDS & BARBERSHOP.......................55 NATURE GROUPS..................56 NEEDLEWORK...........................56 OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES....58 POLITICAL GROUPS.............59 PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS .................59 RADIO..............................................60 RELIGIOUS....................................60 SALT COUNCILS......................60

DANCING......................................40

SERVICE CLUBS/ COMMUNITY............................60

EXERCISE/SPORTS..................42

SINGLES GROUPS...................61

FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS..................45

SOCIAL GROUPS with PROGRAMS.................61

GAMES.............................................45

STATE CLUBS...............................62

GARDENING...............................49

PERFORMING ARTS.............62

GEMSTONES & MINERALS.49

TAI CHI.............................................62

Genealogy & History.49

TOASTMASTERS.....................62

HEALTH & Aromatherapy .................51

TRAVEL CLUBS..........................63

HERITAGE CLUBS....................52 HOMEBREW WINE & BEER..............................................52 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS.52

WATER SPORTS........................63 WEIGHT LOSS............................63 WOMEN’S CLUBS...................64 WRITERS GROUPS ................65

LANGUAGES...............................52

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AARP CHAPTERS

AARP #1413 Satellite Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. • 1st Friday Indian Harbour Beach Recreation Center 2055 South Patrick Dr., Indian Harbour Beach AARP #2622 Palm Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-676-2860 11 a.m. • 3rd Monday (Sept. - June) Melbourne Terrace Rehabilitation Center 251 Florida Ave., Melbourne AARP #756 Merritt Island. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-784-1398 Bingo, Exercise, Business Meeting 11 a.m. • 1st Thursday (Aug - May) Kiwanis Island Park, 951 Kiwanis Island Park Rd., Merritt Island AARP #219 Viera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-735-8850 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. • 1st Friday 3325 Breslay Dr., Viera AARP #4696 Port St. John. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-383-7642 12:30 a.m. • 3rd Tuesday • Open to the public Port St. John Community Center 6650 Corto Rd, Port St. John

ALUMNI

Melbourne High School Alumni Focuses on finding lost MHS classmates, locating or planning MHS class reunions. alumniclass.com/melbourne Palm Bay High School Alumni Focuses on finding lost PBHS classmates, locating PBHS class reunion information and keeping in touch with alumni. alumniclass.com/palmbay Space Coast Gator Club University of Florida Alumni Assoc. . . . . . . . 321-890-7754 Monthly Planning Meeting 6:30 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday, social hour 5:30 p.m. Sonny’s BBQ, 150 Sherriff Dr., Viera spacecoastgatorclub.com • spacecoastgatorclub@gmail.com Titusville High School Alumni Assoc. Glenda Phillips Waring, Class of 1961, president THS Alumni Assoc. glw43@cfl.rr.com UCF Alumni Space Coast Chapter. . . . . . . . . 800-330-2586 Social events, community service, activities/sports outings ucfalumni.com

ANIMAL, WILDLIFE & PET RESCUE

All Pet Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-633-1651 Monday - Friday by appointment. Volunteers welcome. P.O. Box 651373, Vero Beach AllPetRescue.com • rosa@AllPetRescue.com

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Brevard County Animal Services Adoptable Pets - North Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-5119 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Daily (closed Wednesday) 2605 Flake Rd., Titusville Brevard County Animal Services Adoptable Pets - South Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-6608 12 - 6 p.m. Daily (closed Wednesday) 5100 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Melbourne Brevard Lost Pets Lost and Found pets site for Brevard County. Report a lost pet or a found pet or search the reported listings. There is no charge for this service. brevardlostpets.com Brevard Zoo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-254-9453 8225 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne brevardzoo.org Central Brevard Humane Society . . . . . . . . . 321-636-3343 Open daily at 11 a.m. 1020 Cox Rd., Cocoa crittersavers.com • media@crittersavers.com Coastal Boxer Rescue of Florida. . . . . . . . . . . 866-281-8209 PO Box 121381, W. Melbourne coastalboxers.org • info@coastalboxers.org Coastal Poodle Rescue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-459-2652 PO Box 121142, Melbourne Florida Wildlife Hospital and Sanctuary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-254-8843 Ongoing need for donations of supplies, money and volunteers. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • 7 days a week 4560 N. US Hwy 1, Melbourne floridawildlifehospital.org • sue@floridawildlifehospital.org Golden Retriever Rescue, Mid-Florida, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-332-2840 Looking for fosters, adopters, and volunteers. Events all year. grrmf.org • info@grrmf.org Greyhound Pets of America Central Florida. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-9010 3525 Manassas Ave., Melbourne floridagreyhounds.com • cfgpa@cfl.rr.com Labrador Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 877-522-7352 labradorrescue.net • info@lrrof.org Magic Great Dane Adoption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-722-3190 Melbourne PetSmart on the weekends by appointment. Purrs and Whiskers Cat Rescue. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-752-5120 pawsfla.com • paws50@bellsouth.net Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA of North Brevard). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-267-8221 Open daily at 10 a.m. • Noon on Sundays. 455 Cheney Highway, Titusville spcanorthbrevard.com • spcaadopt@spcanorthbrevard.com


Arts and Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-779-9775 12:30 p.m. • 1st Wednesday • Small craft fee David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 South Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org

South Brevard German Shepherd Rescue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-8873 1981 Mattison Dr. NE, Palm Bay sbgsr.com • adopt@sbgsr.com

Bob Ross Painting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-984-0436 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • 1st Sunday $30 members/$40 non-members Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com

Sparticus Legacy Dog Rescue Group. . . . . . 321-591-2662 P. O. Box 100294, PalmBay, FL 32910 SparticusLegacy.org Space Coast Feline Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7729 Leave a message. PO Box 624, Cocoa Low-cost Feline Spay/Neuter Clinic $40 includes rabies and distemper vaccinations. Appointment required. fixaferal.org • fixaferal.scfn@gmail.com Suntree-Viera Pet Rescue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-432-4921 Looking for fosters and adopters for all animal types as well as volunteers and donations. Snip-A-Kit provides financial assistance to spay or neuter your cat. Snip-A-Pit provides free spay and neuter services for pit bulldogs P.O. Box 410123, Melbourne, FL 32941 svpr@bellsouth.net The Last Chance Sanctuary P.O. Box 410724, Melbourne TheLastChanceSanctuary.com info@theLastChanceSanctuary.com Ziggy Beagle Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-7671 Between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. floridabeagles.net • zgbglrsq@bellsouth.net

Brevard Brush Strokes Local chapter of the National Society of Decorative Painters 9 a.m. • 2nd Saturday Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Lewis Hall 1830 S. Babcock St., Melbourne brevardbrushstrokes.com • alise521@aol.com Brevard Cultural Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-690-6817 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Building C-307, Viera ArtsBrevard.org • info@artsbrevard.org Brevard Gourd Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-749-6962 9 a.m. - noon • 1st Saturday Eau Gallie Library, 1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne Brevard Watercolor Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-525-6928 1 - 3 p.m. • 2nd Saturday, (Jan., March, Sept., Nov.) $5 fee for non-members 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • 4th Saturday, mini-workshop (except June, July) One-time-only guests welcome with $5 fee. Annual memberships are $45/pp, $50/family, $25/students 18+ Satellite Beach Civic Center, 565 Cassia Blvd., Satellite Beach BrevardWatercolorSociety.com China Painting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-254-0254 9 - 11:30 a.m. • Mondays Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne Bcscwp.com

ARCHERY

Florida Porcelain Artists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-9489 Dedicated to preserving porcelain art, promoting the art of china painting and fired arts. 9:30 a.m. • 1st Tuesday (except July, Aug., Dec.) Henegar Center for the Arts, 625 E. New Haven Ave. Strawbridge Art League meeting room, Melbourne dguinn@FloridaPorcelainArtists.com

ART LEAGUES & GUILDS

Central Brevard Art Association. . . . . . . . . . 321-632-2922 Nonprofit group promotes education, art shows, exposure in public places. 6 p.m. • 3rd Thursday (except Jul, Aug) 1 pm • 2nd Thursday • Board meeting 103 Barton Blvd., Rockledge cbaa-artists.org • cbaaartists@gmail.com

Art Class, Arts & Crafts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 9 - 11:30 a.m. • Thursdays, Art Class 9 - 11:30 a.m. • Fridays, Arts & Crafts Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr., NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org

Doll Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315-420-3282 10 a.m. - noon • 2nd Saturday, $1 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com

Brevard Archers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-693-1039 Promoting archery, archery lessons. Archery range open to public during regular park hours. Wickham Park, 2500 Parkway Dr., Melbourne brevardarchers.com • angieolds@juno.com

Art Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 9 a.m. - noon • Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays Martin Andersen Senior Center 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge MartinAndersenSeniorCenter.com • masc1025@att.net

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Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA of South Brevard). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259-0601 Open daily at noon. 2600 Otter Creek Lane, Melbourne humanesocietyofsouthbrevard.org


Fundamentals of Drawing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 9 a.m. • Friday Offered through My Shepherd Center Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com Scrapbook Crop Night. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 5:30 - 11 p.m. • 2nd Friday $10/night • Register by Wednesday prior Indian Harbour Beach Rec. Dept. 1233 Yacht Club Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach IndianHarbourBeach.org Space Coast Doll Artists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-537-9316 9:30 - 1 a.m. • 4th Thursday (except Nov. & Dec.) Workshop noon - 1 p.m., $20 annually West Melbourne Public Library 2755 Wingate Blvd., West Melbourne spacecoastdollartists.com • SpaceCoastDollArtists@yahoo.com Titusville Art League. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-383-7441 7 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday 1421 Draa Rd., Titusville nbbd.com/godo/tal • TitusvilleArtLeague@gmail.com Watercolor for Intermediate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-749-6962 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Wednesday $45/month Courtyard Studio, 1419 Highland Ave., Melbourne Watercolor 9 a.m. - noon • Tuesdays, Experienced • 321-253-9407 9:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. • Wednesdays, Instruction • 321-609-1826 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne

ASTROLOGY

S.T.A.R. Guild. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-779-0604 6 p.m. • 4th Tuesday, free Central Brevard Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa lesliemarlar.com • leslie.marlar@gmail.com Science Of The Stars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 8 week series. Experiencing Hubble. 10 a.m. • Thursday Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic MyShepherdCenter.org

BINGO

55+ Club of Satellite Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-8313 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. • Monday $5 for cards, 55+ members only Satellite Beach Civic Center, 565 Cassia Blvd., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org AARP #756 Merritt Island. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-784-1398 11 a.m. • 1st Thursday (Aug - May) Kiwanis Island Park, 951 Kiwanis Island Park Rd., Merritt Island

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American Legion Post #117. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-729-8089 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. • Tuesdays 189 Veterans Drive SE, Palm Bay American Legion Post #1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-9959 1 p.m. • Sunday, Tuesday 1281 N. US Hwy. 1, Titusville Ascension Catholic Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259-3707 6:00 p.m. • Monday & Thursday $250 Jackpot Coveralls 2950 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne Greater Palm Bay Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. • Wednesday 6 p.m. • Friday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Harbor City Retirees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259-5275 $5 Annual membership. 11:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. • Wednesday Eau Gallie Civic Center, 1551 Highland Ave., Melbourne Knights of Columbus #5667 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2764 6:30 p.m. • Tuesday & Wednesday Doors open 3:30 p.m., pull tabs, food, bar 3450 Kilmarnoch Ln., Titusville kofc5667.com • KofC5667@gmail.com Knights of Columbus #6125 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-632-6125 6:30 p.m. • Wednesday (doors open 5:15 p.m.) $13 full package • Full snack bar, complimentary coffee, iced tea. 3435 Fiske Blvd., Rockledge koc-6125.org • billnpegb@yahoo.com Italian-American Club of South Brevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-8044 1 - 3 p.m. • Tuesday 1471 Cypress Ave., Melbourne iacsb@cfl.rr.com Melborne Elks #1744. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-768-1744 2 - 4 p.m. • Saturday, Bar Bingo 5 - 8 p.m. • Thursday, Members & guests only 211 Nieman Ave., Melbourne McLarty Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-455-1380 7 p.m. • Monday McLarty Park, 790 Barton Boulevard, Rockledge North Brevard Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Thursday 909 Lane Ave., Titusville NorthBrevardSeniorCenter.tripod.com VFW Post #10131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-783-8019 1 - 4 p.m. • Saturday & Sunday 105 Longpoint Rd., Cape Canaveral Viera Elks #2817. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-504-3111 5:30 p.m. • Tuesday Viera Elks #2817, 5820 S. Highway US 1, Rockledge


BOOK DISCUSSION

Afternoon Book Discussion Group. . . . . . . . 321-952-4514 2 - 3:30 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday Melbourne Public Library 540 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne Barbara’s Book Chats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-779-4004 1 p.m. • Last Monday • Free Satellite Beach Library, 751 Jamaica Blvd., Satellite Beach mylibraryworld.com • bconkle@brev.org Beachside Book Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 Noon • Thursday Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com Book Lovers Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-726-9505 1:30 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday Barnes & Noble, 1955 W. New Haven Ave., Melbourne Book Club Discussion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-5080 1:30 p.m. • 1st Thursday Mims-Scottsmoor Library, 3615 Lionel Rd., Mims Book Discussion Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-6318 6:30 p.m. • 4th Tuesday Franklin T. DeGroodt Library, 6475 Minton Rd. S.W., Palm Bay Book Discussion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-1792 1:30 p.m. • Last Tuesday Central Brevard Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa Brevard Book Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-726-9505 6:30 p.m. • 4th Wednesday Barnes & Noble, 1955 W. New Haven Ave., Melbourne It’s a Mystery Book Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-1792 1 p.m. • Thursday Discuss mysteries with a specific theme. Call for this month’s theme or book list. Free Central Brevard Library and Reference Center 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa Melbourne Beach Book Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-5642 2:30 p.m. • 2nd Thursday Melbourne Beach Library, 324 Ocean Ave., Melbourne Beach Morning Book Discussion Group . . . . . . . . . 321-868-1104 11:30 a.m. • 2nd Wednesday Cocoa Beach Library, 550 North Brevard Ave., Cocoa Beach Mystery in the Morning Book Club. . . . . . . . 321-952-4519 11 a.m. • 2nd Wednesday, free Palm Bay Library, 1520 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, Palm Bay csullivan@brev.org

Neighbors Book Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4404 2 p.m. • 2nd Thursday (except June, July, Aug.) Suntree/Viera Library, 902 Jordan Blass Dr., Viera New Neighbors of South Brevard Book Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-5642 10 a.m. • 4th Thursday (except Nov. & Dec.) Melbourne Beach Library, 324 Ocean Ave., Melbourne Beach Romance Reader’s Circle Book and Discussion Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-726-8817 7 p.m. • 4th Tuesday Barnes & Noble, 1955 W. New Haven Ave., Melbourne Second Friday Book Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4304 10 a.m. • 2nd Friday Eau Gallie Library, 1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne Suntree/Viera Library Book Club. . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4404 10 a.m. • 4th Wednesday Suntree/Viera Public Library, 902 Jordan Blass Dr., Viera

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Wickham Park Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-2530 11:15 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. • Tuesday & Friday 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com

Tuesday Beach Readers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-868-1104 1 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday Cocoa Beach Library, 550 N. Brevard Ave., Cocoa Beach

CAMERA/PHOTOGRAPHY

Camera Club of Brevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-848-1110 6:30 p.m. • 1st Tuesday (except Dec.) Eau Gallie Civic Center, 1551 Highland Ave., Melbourne

COLLECTORS

Brevard Antiques and Collectibles Club . . . . . . . . 321-254-5831 or 321-777-1374 Open to anyone having an interest in learning about antiques/collectibles. Free. The club has no dealers and does not give appraisals. 10 a.m. • 1st Friday (except July, Aug., Sept.) Suntree/Viera Library, 902 Jordan Blass Dr., Suntree 1:30 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday (except July, Aug., Sept.) Melbourne Beach Public Library 324 Ocean Ave., Melbourne Beach elwoodbrews@aol.com South Brevard Coin Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-751-3647 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. • 2nd Sunday Eau Gallie Civic Center, 1551 Highland Ave., Melbourne

COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY

Adult Computer Lab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-5040 Noon - 4 p.m. • Mon - Friday Isaac Campbell Sr. Park Community Center 701 South St., Titusville Brevard User Group (BUG) Club. . . . . . . . . . . 321-652-7618 General meeting with guest speaker 2 - 3 p.m. • 1st Monday Windows & Beginners 3 - 4 p.m. • 1st Monday, Online Investing One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera Check website to confirm dates and times. bugclub.org • lhfrench@cfl.rr.com TheBoomerSeniorGuide.com |

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Brevard User Group - BUG Club. . . . . . . . . . . 321-652-7618 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. • 1st Wednesday • monthly meeting Melbourne Public Library, 540 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne Check website to confirm dates and times. bugclub.org • lhfrench@cfl.rr.com Brevard User Group - BUG Club. . . . . . . . . . . 321-652-7618 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. • 4th Thursday, Windows Q&A Eau Gallie Library, 1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne Check website to confirm dates and times. bugclub.org • lhfrench@cfl.rr.com Computer Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 1 - 3:30 p.m. • Monday (Beginners) 9 - 11:30 a.m. • Monday (Intermediate) Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr., Palm Bay gpbsc.org Computer Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-241-4276 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. • Monday $20/four segments Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Computer Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 Four week sessions $15 , Beginners • Tuesday Experienced • Wednesday North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Computer Classes Shepherd Center at Ascension Lutheran Church 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com Computer Conversation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 10 a.m. • Fridays Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org Computer Logic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 8-week sessions beginning Fall, Winter and Spring 11 a.m. • Fridays Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org iPad Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 10 a.m. • Friday • Beginners • Basic course for iPad owners 11 a.m. • Friday • Basic iPad use to learn tricks or shortcuts. Offered through MyShepherdCenter.com Smart Phone & Tablet Workshops. . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 11:30 a.m. • Wednesday, $1 or $2 North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville NorthBrevardSeniorCenter.tripod.com Space Coast Macintosh Users Group (SCMUG). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-636-7155 12:30 p.m. • Friday (except 1st Friday) Central Brevard Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa, scmug.org

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The Lifelong Scholar Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-8313 55+club of Satellite Beach Activities on different days & times. $7/year DRS Community Center, 1089 South Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach Senior Adventures in Learning of Melbourne, Inc., SAIL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-622-6474 An interfaith, nonprofit organization that serves senior adults (50+). Sponsored by local churches and synagogues. Classes include foreign language, history, painting, current events and foreign affairs, writing memoirs, exercising, computer skills and much more. Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall semesters 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Tuesdays & Wednesdays $30 to $45 a semester (Scholarships available upon request.) SAILofMelbourne.org • sailofmelbourne@gmail.com The Shepherd Center/Beachside Inc.. . . . . . 321-610-3937 An interfaith nonprofit organization providing opportunity to adults over 55 to enhance their quality of life. Continuing education classes are offered at area churches. They include foreign language, history, yoga, current events, crafts, computer skills, age-appropriate exercise, and many more. Fall, Winter and Spring terms. Thursday, Friday and Saturday class schedules are posted online, most run in 8-week sessions. MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com

DANCING

Ballet & Tap for Adults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321- 773-6458 David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org Ballroom Dancing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-759-4444 6 p.m. • Monday $4 members, $5 non-members North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville NorthBrevardSeniorCenter.tripod.com Ballroom Dancing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-258-5916 6 - 8 p.m. • Wednesday $6 members, $7 non-members Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Barefoot Bay Twirlers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-664-3207 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. • Monday (Nov. - April) Barefoot Bay Community Center 625 Barefoot Blvd., Barefoot Bay Brevard Scottish Country Dancers . . . . . . . . 321-427-3587 or 321-255-2756 Teaching and dancing the jigs, reels and strathspeys of Scotland. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. • Monday $3 after first time Community House, 6200 Hall Rd., Melbourne Village rscdsorlandobranch.org • catiegeist@att.net


CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Canaveral Squares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-652-0680 Mainstream and Plus Dance 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. • Friday $5 members, $6 dancing guests • Free to non-dancing guests. Call or email for day and locations canaveralsquares.com • apicheco@juno.com Clogging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-383-0735 10:15 a.m. • Friday North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Cocoa Beach Contra Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-427-3587 New England Contra Dancing to Irish, Scottish, Appalachian, and French-Canadian tunes played by live musicians. $9 adults Lessons: 7:30 p.m.; 8 - 11 p.m. Dance • 1st Saturday Cocoa Beach Recreation Center, 321 Ramp Rd., Cocoa Beach Lessons: 7:30 p.m. 8 - 11 p.m. Dance • 1st Saturday Tropical Haven, 1205 Eddie Allen Road, Melbourne cocoabeachcontra.org Dance Fiesta. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-13386 10 - 10:45 a.m. • Monday 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. • Friday $4 per person, per session. Greater Parlm Bay Senior Center 1275 Culver Dr., N.E., Palm Bay Dance Lessons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-751-4766 Lessons and dancing with Laura Beers all over Brevard, various nights of the week and at the Swingtime Dance at the Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne. adancersvoice.com

Dixie Diamonds Square Dancing . . . . . . . . . 321-633-1306 7 - 9 p.m. • Wednesday. $5/per person Eau Gallie Civic Center, 1550 Highland Ave., Melbourne Gotta Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540-339-2509 1 hour class choreographed to original popular classic rock songs & ballads. 1st class free 9:30 - 11 a.m. • Friday Cocoa Beach Recreation Center, 321 Ramp Road, Cocoa Beach Harbor City Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-8730 Ballroom dancing for seniors. 7 - 8 a.m. • Tuesday First time guests, free • Membership $5/year Eau Gallie Civic Center, 1551 Highland Ave. Melbourne Harbor City Retirees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259-5275 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. • Wednesday $5 Annual membership Eau Gallie Civic Center, 1551 Highland Ave., Melbourne Lebed Healthy Steps Therapeutic Dance. . 321-544-6977 5:30 p.m. • Tuesday $5/per person Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Line Dancing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-3082 Noon - 2 p.m. • Most Wednesdays $4 per class Titusville Public Library, 2121 S. Hopkins Ave., Titusville

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Line Dancing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 12:30 p.m. • Monday, Advanced 12 p.m. • Tuesday, Beginning;12:30 p.m. Intermediate 12 p.m. • Friday, Advanced $1 members, $2 non-members Martin Andersen Senior Center, Bldg 1 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge Line Dancing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-267-0195 6 p.m. • Tuesday • Beginner; 7 p.m. Experienced 1 p.m. • Wednesday • Beginner; 2 p.m. Experienced 6:30 p.m. • Wednesday • Experienced North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Line Dancing-Beginners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 9 - 10 a.m. • Tuesday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Line Dancing-Intermediate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 10 - 11 a.m. • Monday 10:30 - 11:50 a.m. • Tuesday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Line Dancing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 Doesn’t require a partner. 8-week sessions/Fall, Winter and Spring 10 a.m. • Fridays Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach Line Dancing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-8313 1 p.m. • Tuesday $2/55+ members only David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 South Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org Line Dancing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-505-0846 4:15 - 6:30 p.m. • Tuesday, $6 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. • Thursday • Beginners, $4 4:40 - 5:30 p.m. • Thursday • Practice, $6 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Line Dancing - Intermediate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 For skill levels well above beginners. Noon • Fridays Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach Melbourne Ballroom School of Dance . . . . 321-255-1537 6300 N. Wickham Rd., Suite 132 J, Melbourne Melbourne English Country Dancers. . . . . . 321-427-3587 Teaching and dancing set dances in the English tradition. 6 - 9 p.m. • Tuesdays, $2 after first time Community House, 6200 Hall Rd., Melbourne Village dancefl.us • catiegeist@att.net Melbourne Floorplay Dance Club. . . . . . . . . 321-751-4766 Last Saturdays • All ages and levels, singles and couples. 7:30 - 8 p.m. • West Coast Swing lessons 8 - 11 p.m. • Social dance. $10 includes the lesson. Studio 321, 1260 Malabar Rd. SE Palm Bay

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Monthly Dance at GPBSC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. • 4th Saturday $6 per person. Open to the Public. No shorts, please. Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Monthly Line Dance Party. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 7 - 10 p.m. • 3rd Friday, $5 Cover All dances by request. North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville NorthBrevardSeniorCenter.tripod.com Monthly Social Dance Live Band. . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. • 3rd Saturday $6 members, $7 non-members North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Palm Bay Promenaders Square Dance Club.321-636-2997 7:30 - 10 p.m. • Thursday, $6 Tropical Haven Community Center 1205 Eddie Allen Rd., Melbourne promenaders.org Satellite Beach Allemanders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-636-2997 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Saturday Satellite Beach Civic Center, 565 Cassia Dr. squaredancesites.com/allemanders Space Trackers Square and Round Dance Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-427-7950 1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 5th Thursday 6:30 - 8 p.m. Dance with lessons 8 - 10 p.m. Plus Squares Merritt Island Presbyterian Church 155 Cone Rd., Merritt Island spacetrackers.com • islandmom74@att.net Tap and Jazz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-383-0735 11:15 a.m. • Monday 5:30 p.m. • Wednesday North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville TGO Squares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 607-316-4910 6:30 Classes, 8 - 9:30 p.m. Dance • Monday (Nov. - Apr.) Mainstream, Dance Plus The Great Outdoors, The Manor, 145 Plantation Dr., Titusville

EXERCISE/SPORTS

3 H’s Exercise Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-6458 Happy, Healthy Heart. $13 per month 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. • Mon., Wed. & Friday David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org Adult Kung Fu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321- 952-3210 6:30 - 78:30 p.m. • Monday & Wednesday $30/month Irene H. Canova Community Building 2285 Highway A1A, Indian Harbour Beach


Aerobics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-6458 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. • Monday, Wednesday & Friday $25 per month • Adults. David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach Aquafit Water Aerobics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. • Monday, Wednesday & Friday $4/class Indian Harbour Beach Recreation Center 1233 Yacht Club Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach IndianHarbourBeach.org Bone-Walkers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. • Monday $7/class or $20/month Indian Harbour Beach Recreation Center 1233 Yacht Club Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach Bone-Walkers Plus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-779-2947 Osteo-joint safe stretches and muscle building 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. • Monday, $20/month David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach Bone-Walkers Plus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-599-4962 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. • Wednesday $7 day/$20 month Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Dance Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-652-5830 Exercise based on line dance patterns 10 a.m. • Tuesday & Thursday North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Fencing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-720-8669 10 a.m. - noon • Sunday Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Fencing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-258-1054 6 p.m. • Mondays & Wednesday Viera Regional Community Center 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera BrevardCounty.us/ParksRecreation/South/Viera Fitness Fun With Friends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 All exercises can be done standing or sitting. 11 a.m. • Thursday Offered by My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic, FL MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com

Indoor Walking Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-6458 Upbeat music in air conditioned gym 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. • Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org Jazzercise Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-6657 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. • Monday, Wednesday & Friday $30/month Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Jazzercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-208-1014 9:30 a.m. • Monday 7 p.m. • Wednesday 10:30 a.m. • Friday Viera Regional Community Center 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera Joint Movement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 9:30 a.m. • Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Karate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 Ages 5-adults - Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced Monday, Tuesday &Thursday • Friday, Adults only Indian Harbour Beach Rec. Dept. 1233 Yacht Club Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach IndianHarbourBeach.org Mind - Mood - Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 10 a.m. • Friday Offered through My Shepherd Center Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com Pickleball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-3210 6 - 7:30 p.m. • Mondays, $2 South Beach Community Center 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach BrevardCounty.us/ParksRecreation/South/SouthBeach Pickleball - Adult Open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-8735 7 - 10 a.m. • Monday, $2 6 - 9 p.m. • Saturday, $2 Satellite Beach Gym, 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org Posturcize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 Stretch and revitalize joint conditions. Led by a Registered Nurse and Licensed Massage Therapist. 9 a.m. • Friday Offered through My Shepherd Center Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Aerobics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. • Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org


Rockerettes Exercise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 Adapted for chairs & walkers 9:10 a.m. • Tuesday & Thursday $1 members, $2 non-members Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge MartinAndersenSeniorCenter.com • masc1025@att.net

Yoga - Gentle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 2 p.m. • Tuesday $6 members, $7 non-members Martin Andersen Senior Center 1025 S. Florida Ave., Melbourne MartinAndersenSeniorCenter.com • masc1025@att.net

Space Coast Masters Swim Team. . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 Adults 19 and older 7 - 11 a.m. • Saturdays Indian Harbour Beach Rec. Dept. 1233 Yacht Club Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach

Yoga - Gentle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 11 a.m. • Thursday Offered through My Shepherd Center Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com

S.A.S.S. Class: Senior Aerobics, Strength & Stretching Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. • Monday, Wednesday & Friday $30/month or $5 per class Indian Harbour Beach Recreation Center 2055 South Patrick Drive, Indian Harbour Beach Senior Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-383-0735 10 a.m. • Mondays & Wednesdays $2 members, $3 non-members North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Shorin-Ryu Karate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321- 433-1533 6 - 7 p.m. • Tuesday & Thursday Viera Regional Community Center 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera BrevardCounty.us/ParksRecreation/South/Viera Senior Strength Exercise Class. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-6771 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. • Thursday One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera Strength & Flexibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-626-0282 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. • Thursday, $4 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne TaeKwon-Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-704-2136 12 - 1 p.m. & 1 - 3 p.m. • Saturday 6 p.m. • Monday … 321-213-4438 Viera Regional Community Center 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera Tone that Body. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-3210 Bring your own mat, hand weights 10 - 10:45 a.m. • Monday, $5 South Beach Community Center 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach Yoga - Chair Yoga. . . . . . . . . 321-773-6458 • 321-549-5009 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. • Tuesday David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach Yoga - Chair Yoga. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-6771 8:30 a.m. • Tuesday One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. • Thursday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr., NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org

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Yoga - Gentle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-5642 4:30 - 5:45 • Thursdays, $5 Melbourne Beach Library 324 Ocean Ave., Melbourne Beach Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 6:15 - 7:30 p.m. • Tuesday $48/6 week session or $10/class Indian Harbour Beach Recreation Dept. 1233 Yacht Club Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach IndianHarbourBeach.org Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-3210 • 321-726-6560 6 - 7:30 p.m. • Wednesday South Beach Community Center 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach Yoga Therapy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-3210 For the elderly and those with physical limitations. 10 - 11 a.m. • Fridays, $8/class or $40/8 classes South Beach Community Center 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-6474 9 a.m. • Wednesday Offered through Senior Adventures in Learning Ascension Catholic Church 2950 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne SAILofMelbourne.org Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-1870 6 p.m. • Tuesday McLarty Park, 790 Barton Boulevard, Rockledge Zumba. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. • Monday & Thursday 9 - 10 a.m. • Fridays (except 1st Friday) $8/class or purchase punch card (ask about military discounts) Indian Harbour Beach Recreation Center 1233 Yacht Club Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach Zumba. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 10:15 a.m. • Monday & Friday $5 members, $6 non-members Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge Zumba. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-427-7223 6 - 7 p.m. • Thursday 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. • Saturdays David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach


Zumba. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-3210 6:15 p.m. • Thursday, $5 South Beach Community Center 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach Zumba Fitness Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-848-8823 Cocoa Beach Recreation Center 321 Ramp Road, Cocoa Beach Zumba Gold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 3:30 p.m. • Monday 6:30 p.m. • Thursday $3 members, $4 non-members North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Zumba With Ro – Exercise in Disguise. . . . . 321-610-3937 10 a.m. • Thursday Dance your way to fitness, having fun, staying healthy, while not even realizing you are exercising. Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic, FL MyShepherdCenter.org

FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS

B.P.O.E. - Viera Elks #2817. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-432-9275 7:30 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Thursday 5820 S. US Hwy 1, Rockledge vieraelks2817@cfl.rr.com B.P.O.E. - Melbourne Elks #1744. . . . . . . . . . . 321-768-1744 5 - 9 p.m. • Mondays, Karaoke 5:30 - 10 p.m. • Fridays, Dinner Dance 2 - 4 p.m. • Saturdays, Bar Bingo 5 - 8 p.m. • Thursday, Bingo members/spouse only 211 Nieman Ave., Melbourne elks.org • melbourneelks1744@cfl.rr.com B.P.O.E. - Titusville Elks #2113. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2111 Live entertainment and dances each month. 1st & 3rd Monday (1st Monday only July, August & December) 2955 Columbia Blvd., Titusville Fraternal Order of Eagles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4258 7 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Wednesday Merritt Island Aerie #4257 & Auxiliary 1050 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island Fraternal Order of Eagles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-951-3069 6 p.m. • Tuesdays, Trustees 8 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday, Men 8 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Tuesday, Women Palm Bay Aerie #4249, 2570 Palm Bay Rd., Palm Bay

Fraternal Order of Eagles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-918-8678 7 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Wednesday, Men 7 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Wednesday, Women Indian River Lagoon Aerie #4527, U.S. 1, 8900 7th Ave., Micco Fraternal Order of Eagles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-589-6573 6 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Monday, Men 6:30 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Mondays, Women Sebastian Inlet Aerie #4067, 9606 Trade Center Dr., Sebastian Fraternal Order of Eagles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4258 6:30 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Wednesday, Members & Auxiliary Merritt Island Aerie #4257 1050 N Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island Fraternal Order of Eagles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-1631 7 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday, Auxiliary 7 p.m. • 2nd & 4th, Men Space Coast Aerie #3550, 413 Clearlake Rd., Cocoa Fraternal Order of Eagles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-267-2430 7 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday, Auxiliary 7 p.m. • 2nd & 4th, Men Spaceport Aerie #3581, 3510 South St., Titusville Rowdy Roosters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-3330 Men’s Retirement organization 8 a.m. • 2nd & 4th Wednesday Breakfast Glenbrooke at Palm Bay, 815 Briar Creek Blvd., Palm Bay

GAMES Game Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4494 Games, Cards, Dominoes 9 a.m. - Noon • Monday $1/per person Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-6458 Cards, board games, chess 6:30 p.m. • Wednesday 55+ members - free David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org Games People Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 11 a.m. • Friday You decide what to play each day. Offered through My Shepherd Center Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com Travel Trivia, Nostalgia, And Games. . . . . . . 321-610-3937 12 p.m. • Thursday Welcome to the world of Travel Buff, the board game that inspires and epitomizes travel. Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic MyShepherdCenter.org TheBoomerSeniorGuide.com |

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Zumba. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-505-1330 7 - 8 p.m. • Mon &Tue, $8 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. • Tues & Thur, $4 • 321-914-9401 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. • Sat, $8 • 321-505-1330 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com


BRIDGE

ACBL Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 12:30 p.m. • Monday & Thursday For lessons, call 321-639-9855 Martin Andersen Senior Center 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge ACBL Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 12:30 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday & Friday North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Aces Up, ACBL Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-7511838 12:30 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday Hollywood Estates Clubhouse 4301 Kimberly Cir., West Melbourne Advanced Bridge Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-2656 11 a.m. noon • Wednesday $80/8 weeks Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Beginning Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 For those who have never played or need to re-learn a lost skill. Not for practice. Fall, Winter and Spring 8-week session 9 - 11 a.m. • Friday Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org

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Bridge Basic 2 Intermediate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-537-2818 12:00 - 5:30 p.m. • Tuesdays, $3 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne Bridge Basics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-3210 1 - 4 p.m. • Friday $40 for eight classes South Beach Community Center 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach Bridge Lessons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 Beginning and intermediate bridge lessons available Instructor fixes Day and time. Call for details. Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. • Monday & Friday 9 a.m. - noon • Wednesday Free to members Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-6771 7:30 - 11 a.m. • Wednesdays One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera Bridge League. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-3210 1 - 4 p.m. • Tuesday, $1 South Beach Community Center 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach BrevardCounty.us/ParksRecreation/South/SouthBeach


Duplicate Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4494 12:30 - 4 p.m. • Mon & Sat, $5 • 321-537-0907 7 - 10:45 p.m. • Wed, $5 • 321-474-2293 12:30 - 5 p.m. • Wed • $5 • 321-259-0558 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Duplicate Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-6771 12 - 3 p.m. • Wednesday One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera Party Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 12:30 - 4 p.m. • Mondays & Fridays Martin Andersen Senior Center 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge Party Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321- 267-3490 1 p.m. • Tuesdays 7 p.m. • Fridays North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville NorthBrevardSeniorCenter.tripod.com Party Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-3603 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. • Thursdays David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 South Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org Rogue Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-626-5419 12:15 - 4 p.m. • Tuesdays, $1 10 am - noon • Fridays, $1 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Rubber Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-3173 1 - 4 p.m. • Thursdays 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. • Saturdays, $1.50 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne

BILLIARDS

Billiards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 8 - 11:30 a.m. • Monday-Friday, Open 11:30 - 3:30 p.m. • Monday, Ladies 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. • Tuesday & Thursday, Men 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Wednesday, Open 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. • Friday, Open Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Billiards/Pool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday $1 members, $2 non-members North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Billiard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-5040 Isaac Campbell Sr. Park Community Center 701 South St., Titusville

Pool - 8 Ball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4494 All day, whenever the center is open. $1.50 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Pool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-6458 6 - 9 p.m. • Wednesdays $1/guests. 55+ members, free David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach

CARDS

Board & Card Games. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-751-6771 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. • Wednesdays $15 Annual Dues One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera Card Games. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4494 9:30 a.m. - noon • Thursdays Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Canasta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 Noon - 3:30 p.m. • Tuesdays Free to members Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Canasta/Hand & Foot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-1742 9:30 a.m. • Mondays 9 a.m. • Fridays $1 members, $2 non-members North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Canasta & Pinochle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. • Thursdays, Pinochle 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. • Thursdays, Canasta Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge Space Coast Peggers Cribbage Club. . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-3460 or 321-452-7843 6:30 p.m. • Mondays Nine-game tournament (Club Dues $1) All One Family Facility 585 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island gnordling@cfl.rr.com Euchre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 1 - 3 p.m. • Thursdays Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Pinochle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 10:30 a.m. • Tuesdays North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Pinochle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. • Thursdays Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org

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Duplicate Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 12:30 - 4 p.m. • Tuesdays & Wednesdays North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville


Pinochle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-254-9517 12 - 5 p.m. • Fridays, $1 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com

Mah Jongg Lessons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-6290 11 a.m. - noon • Thursdays, $1 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne

Pinochle and Canasta. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 10 a.m. • Thursdays, Pinochle 11 a.m. • Thursdays, Canasta $1 members, $2 non-members Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge MartinAndersenSeniorCenter.com • masc1025@att.net

Bunco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 6:30 p.m. • 1st Tuesday, $5/month Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay

Poker - Dealers Choice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 12:00 - 3:30 p.m. • Tuesday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center 1275 Culver Dr., NE, Palm Bay Poker AB Room. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 12 - 3:30 p.m. • Mon, Men Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr., NE, Palm Bay Poker Basic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 6:30 - 10 p.m. • Tuesdays Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr., NE, Palm Bay Poker Straight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. • Thursdays Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr., NE, Palm Bay Poker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 6:30 p.m. • 1st, 3rd & 4th Monday North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville NorthBrevardSeniorCenter.tripod.com Poker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4494 1 - 4 p.m. • Mon, Friendly • 321-242-8520 • call first, $1 1 - 4 p.m. • Tue & Fri, Dealer’s Choice • 321-254-9202, $1 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com

MAH JONGG

Mah Jongg – American. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-693-7261 12:30 p.m. • Tuesdays, Lessons 10:30 a.m. • Wednesdays 1 p.m. • Fridays $1 members, $2 non-members North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Mah Jongg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-626-5419 1 - 4 p.m. • Mondays & Thursdays, $1 Wickham Park Senior Center 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne

TABLE GAMES

Bunco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 7 p.m. • 2nd Monday North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville NorthBrevardSeniorCenter.tripod.com Bunco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-3050 10 a.m. • 2nd Friday $5 • 55+ Club members David R. Schechter Community Center & other venues 1089 South Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org Chess - Merritt Island. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-783-2615 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Sundays Barnes and Noble, 780 E. Merritt Island Cswy. Free lesson with appointment. SeaGrapes@aol.com chess.spacecoast.org Space Coast Chess. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-676-1438 1 p.m. • Saturdays Sun Shoppe & Cafe, 540 East New Haven Ave. Melbourne Chess - West Melbourne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-728-9049 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. • Thursday Arby’s, 2300 W. New Haven Ave., West Melbourne Dominoes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 6 p.m. • Tuesday & Thursday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Dominoes/Mexican Train. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 1 p.m. • Monday $1 members, $2 non-members North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Ping Pong. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 12:45 - 3:30 p.m. • Mon, Tue & Thursday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay Scrabble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 12:30 p.m. • Wednesday Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 S Florida Ave., Rockledge

Mah Jongg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-3050 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Wednesdays David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 South Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach

Scrabble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 1 - 4 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Thursday $1 members, $2 non-members North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville

Mah Jongg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 12:00 - 3:30 p.m. • Thursdays, American 6:00 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Wednesday, Asian Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr., Palm Bay gpbsc.org

Social Scrabble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4494 9:30 a.m. - noon • Tuesdays, $1 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com

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Melbourne Garden Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-5618 10 a.m. • 1st Friday (Sep - May) $18 Annual dues Eau Gallie Public Library, 1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne mntlcrpl@yahoo.com

Table Tennis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-8313 6 - 9 p.m. • Wednesday $1/guests. 55+ members - free David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 South Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach

Port Malabar Gardening Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-0930 9:30 a.m. • 2nd Friday (Oct. - May) $15 annual dues Peace Lutheran Church, 1801 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, Palm Bay

OUTDOOR GAMES

Bocce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 9 - 11 a.m. • Mondays & Fridays (weather permitting) Free to members Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay Shuffleboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4494 10 a.m. - noon • Monday • Center dues 8:30 a.m. - noon • Saturdays • 321-751-4302 9 a.m. • Tuesdays, Lessons by appt. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. • Wednesdays, League • $17 6 - 9:30 p.m. • Thursdays, Practice • 321-591-4001 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com

GARDENING

Brevard County Orchid Society. . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-9837 7 p.m. • 2nd Monday $20/Individual, $30/Couple, $2/16 & under Realtor Conference Center, 1450 Sarno Road, Melbourne thebcos.org • jfzepf@aol.com Brevard Rare Fruit Council. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-254-7090 Emphasis on exotic fruits 7:30 p.m. • 4th Wednesday (except Dec, sometimes Apr) Front Street Civic Center, 2205 Front St., Melbourne Cocoa Beach Garden Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-868-7393 9:30 a.m. • 2nd Wednesday $23 Annual dues Cocoa Beach Community Church, 126 S A1A, Cocoa Beach Cocoa-Rockledge Garden Club . . . . . . . . . . . 321-454-2273 9:30 a.m. • 2nd Wednesday Cocoa Rockledge Garden Center 1493 S. Fiske Blvd., Rockledge bettybartol@gmail.com Florida Gardening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 9 a.m. • Thursday Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic, FL MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com In-har-bee Garden Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-0094 10 a.m. • 3rd Wednesday (Sept - May) Gleason Park, 1233 Yacht Club Blvd. Indian Harbour Beach

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The Beach Gardeners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-4180 Providing basic information about maintaining landscapes in our unusual beach-growing conditions. 6:30 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday (Oct - May) $10/year family dues Melbourne Beach Community Center 509 Ocean Blvd., Melbourne Beach

GEMSTONES & MINERALS

Canaveral Mineral and Gem Society. . . . . . 321-725-9179 Lapidary arts and classes, jewelry making 7 p.m. • 1st Wednesday (except Aug.) Henegar Center, 625 East New Haven Ave., Melbourne Central Brevard Rock and Gem Club. . . . . . 321-799-8536 Learn to cut beautiful gemstones and cabochons. Make creative jewelry from fused glass, silver wire wrap and beadwork. Workshops posted at CentralBrevardGems.org Club Meetings open to the public. 6 - 8 p.m. • 1st Thursday (except June, July, Augsut) Merritt Island Public Library 1195 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island

Genealogy & History

Check with your librarian. The Titusville Public Library and the Melbourne Public Library have genealogy rooms staffed by volunteers from the local genealogy societies at specific times. The Central Brevard Library and Reference Center has the largest collection of references, begun in 1989, when the Brevard Genealogical Society received a room at the library in which to house their materials. The collection grew tremendously in 2002, when Eastern Florida State College, at that time called Brevard Community College, passed its entire genealogy collection to Central Brevard Library. The library is staffed full time with a certified genealogist available for consultation. This collection specializes on the states east of the Mississippi with emphasis on Virginia, Pennsylvania, New England, military records and the southern states. A large collection also includes books on various ethnic groups and books on researching in countries outside the USA. Two extensive ancestry databases are available only at the Central Brevard Library and Reference Center, Melbourne Public Library, and Titusville Public Library, including one with more than 1.2 billion records that is only accessible in the Genealogical Collection at the Central Library in Cocoa. Also, Central Brevard Library and Reference Center offers classes on genealogical topics and hosts the Brevard Genealogical Society’s extensive Beginning Genealogy Class. Contact the Genealogy Department at 321-633-1794.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Spacecoast Table Tennis Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-784-2152 7:30 p.m. • Monday 6:30 p.m. • Wednesday $2/per night per player Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S. Sykes Creek Blvd., Merritt Island


American Women. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 Focus on American women from the Revolution of the Civil War. 9 a.m. • Friday Offered through My Shepherd Center Ascension Lutheran Church 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com Abigail Wright Chamberlin Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-730-1684 D.A.R. is a nonprofit patriotic organization with the mission to promote historic preservation, education and patriotism. 10:15 a.m. • 3rd Monday (October - May) Holiday Inn Viera, 8298 Wickham Rd., Viera dar.org • judithcreamer@gmail.com Brevard Genealogical Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-872-8818 Encouraging and educating family historians. 9:30 a.m. • 2nd Monday Annual dues $20 single, $25 family Central Brevard Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa flbgs.org • board@flbgs.org Cape Canaveral Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-544-5121 11 a.m. • 1st Tuesday (October, December & February - May) $67/annual Cocoa Beach Lobster Shanty 2200 S. Orlando Ave., Cocoa Beach v.alfano@aol.com Cape Canaveral Lighthouse Foundation The Cape Canaveral Lighthouse Foundation assists the 45th Space Wing in preserving, protecting and interpreting the lighthouse and its historical significance to the Florida Space Coast, State of Florida and our nation. CanaveralLight.org • janeyzee@cfl.rr.com PO Box 1978, Cape Canaveral Board of directors’ monthly meetings are open to the public. Civil War Round Table of Central Florida. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259-3076 7:30 p.m. • 2nd Thursday Cocoa Presbyterian Church, 1404 Dixon Blvd., Cocoa Commodore John Barry Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-543-0778 10 a.m. • 2nd Saturday (October - May) Advent Lutheran, 1805 Oak St., Melbourne Beach commodorejohnbarrydar.com • dplaag@gmail.com Colonial Dames XVII Century. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-9307 Members share a common interest in American history, love of and respect for our Nation. Meets four times year. Colonial Dames of America. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-453-1128 A society of women members whose direct ancestors held positions of leadership in the Thirteen Colonies with the goals of education of American history and historical preservation.

Confederate Sons Association, Indian River Camp #47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-453-4006 Honor the memory of the Confederate soldier and learn about our Southern ancestors. 7 - 9 p.m. • 4th Tuesday Memberships begin at $15 annually Jimmie’s Family Restaurant, 1279 Admiralty Blvd., Rockledge csacamp47.org • jmorgan14@cfl.rr.com Daughters of 1812 Lt. William Shannon Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-9595 Open to women over 18 with ancestors who served the USA between 1784-1815. Meetings Jan, May, March & Nov. Eau Gallie Yacht Club, 100 Datura Drive, Indian Harbour Beach ltwmshannon1812.org Daughters of the American Revolution Indian River Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-267-9774 1 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday (Oct - Apr) Luncheon meetings • Saturdays (May & Dec) La Cita Country Club, 777 Country Club Dr. Titusville indianriverdar.org • babscad@yahoo.com Daughters of the American Revolution Philip Perry Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-453-1128 11:30 a.m. • 4th Tuesday (Saturday in Nov & Dec) Rockledge Country Club, 1591 S. Fiske Blvd., Rockledge aschwanda@aol.com Daughters of the American Revolution Rufus Fairbanks Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-4065 Promoting historic preservation, education and patriotism. 10 a.m. • 1st Saturday Neptune Bar and Grill, 1462 Highway A1A, Satellite Beach rufusfairbankschapternsdar.org • edewey@bellsouth.net Family Genealogy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 11 a.m. • Friday Offered through My Shepherd Center Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com Genealogy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259- 7306 9:30 - 11:15 a.m. • Mondays, $1 Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne Henry Patrick Gradick Chapter #2406 of the United Daughters of the Confederacy. . . . . . . 321-674-2210 12:30 p.m. • 4th Wednesday (3rd Wednesday, Nov & Dec) Historical Society of North Brevard, Inc.. . . . . . 321-269-3658 Historical Museum open for special tours & events. Call for info. 2 p.m. • 4th Monday (January, February, March, May, September, November) 5:30 p.m. • 4th Monday (April & October) Dixie Crossroads, 1475 Garden Street, Titusville SpaceCoastHistory.com

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North Brevard Heritage Foundation, Inc.. . 321-267-4480 6 p.m. • 1st Monday Pritchard House, 424 S. Washington Ave., Titusville pritchardhouse.com • roz@callhenry.com Skeptics Guide to American History. . . . . . .321-610-3937 10 a.m. • Thursday Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic, FL MyShepherdCenter.org Sons of the American Revolution, Brevard Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-2928 Society of male descendants of those who gave service in the American Revolution. 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. • 3rd Saturday Everyone pays for lunch. Must RSVP. Call for location. brevardsar.org • bdubosefl@gmail.com The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-636-2431 Free educational resource for family history. 1801 S. Fiske Blvd., Rockledge The Genealogical Society of North Brevard, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-383-8486 To promote and stimulate knowledge and interest in the study of genealogy and to provide tools necessary for exchanging and finding information in genealogical research. 6 - 8 p.m. • 1st Tuesday (except July & August) $15/single or $20/family Titusville Public Library, 2121 S. Hopkins Ave., Titusville nbbd.com/npr/gsnb gsnbpublicity@gmail.com United Daughters of the Confederacy Canaveral Light Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-636-8153 11 a.m. • 2nd Saturday (September - May) $15 for lunch Rockledge Country Club 1591 S. Fiske Blvd., Rockledge eperry26@cfl.rr.com

HEALTH & Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-626-0055 Clean your home naturally. Free • Call for dates & times Indian Harbour Beach Recreation Dept. 1233 Yacht Club Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach A big thanks to Butch Burkholder for the use of his 1938 Chevy Truck for the 2015 Boomer Guide photo shoot at Exploration Tower. TheBoomerSeniorGuide.com |

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National Railway Historical Society Florida East Coast Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-636-3393 6 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday (January, March, May & September) November is a dinner meeting. Call for details. Central Brevard Public Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa TrainWeb.org/fecnrhs


Herbal Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-757-7522 9 - 11 a.m. • Every other Saturday, $20 The Herb Corner, 227 N. Babcock St., Melbourne Nature Aromatherapy Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-632-1221 Understanding the benefits of essential oils for the mind, body and spirit. Nature’s Spirit, 1540 Highland Ave., Eau Gallie

HERITAGE CLUBS

Brevard British Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-639-6839 Open to people born in the British Isles and Commonwealth 2 p.m. • Last Sunday Once a month lunches on varying Wednesdays French and Canadian Heritage Society of Central Florida. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-7018 9:30 a.m. • 3rd Monday (except July & August) Melbourne Public Library, 540 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne petact@cfl.rr.com Italian-American Club of South Brevard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-8044 9 a.m. - noon • Mondays, Bocce/Cards & Games 1 - 3 p.m. • Tuesdays, Bingo 6 p.m. • Wednesdays, Social Night, Karaoke, Games 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. • Varying Saturdays, Dinner Dances Noon - 5 p.m. • Sunday Spagetti Festa (March & November) 9 a.m. • 1st Saturday, Board meeting 9 a.m. • 2nd Saturday, Member Meetings 1471 Cypress Ave., Melbourne iacsb@cfl.rr.com Scots-American Society of Brevard 6 p.m. • 2nd Wednesday (September - April) Front Street Civic Center, 2205 S. Front St., Melbourne scotsbrevard.com info@scotsbrevard.com Sons of Italy Palm Bay Lodge #2823 . . . . . . 321-729-6987 7 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center 1275 Culver Dr., Palm Bay Sons of Norway Space Coast Vikings Lodge #615. . . . . . . . . . 321-253-8977 2 p.m. • 3rd Saturday (September - June) Memaw’s Bar-B-Q 4916 Babcock Street, Palm Bay

HOMEBREW WINE & BEER

SAAZ Homebrew Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1312 If you enjoy great beer, please contact for meeting location. 630 p.m. • 1st Wednesday (most months) saaz.org Space Coast Wine Guild. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-1894 Appreciate wines and improve homemade wines through education and wine making. 7 p.m. • 4th Thursday $25/couples • $15/per person David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach spacecoastwineguild.com • spacecoastwineguild@gmail.com

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American Wine Society Space Coast Chapter . . . . 321-956-1894 or 321-631-8788 Wine tasting for education and appreciation $62/household • $49/per person americanwinesociety.org

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Knights of Columbus Assembly #0160. . . . 321-632-6125 7:30 p.m. • 1st Thursday 3435 S. Fiske Boulevard, Rockledge koc-6125.org • rmuething@cfl.rr.com K of C Fourth Degree JFK Council #3746. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-725-8064 7:30 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Tuesday K of C Father Gabriel Council Hall, 2150 S. Dairy Rd., Melbourne K of C Bishop Verot Council #5845. . . . . . . . 321-729-0082 7 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday Holy Name of Jesus, 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic K of C #5667. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2764 6:30 p.m. • Bingo • Tuesday & Wednesday (doors open 3:30 p.m.) Doors open 3:30 p.m. • Pull tabs, food, bar 3450 Kilmarnoch Ln., Titusville kofc5667.com • KofC5667@gmail.com K of C Father Charles Spellman Council #6125. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-632-6125 7:30 p.m. • 2nd Thursday, Council 3435 Fiske Blvd., Rockledge koc-6125.org • BobDuerr@aol.com K of C Saint Joseph Council #7408 . . . . . . . . 321-243-7528 7:30 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Thursday 6725 Babcock St. N.E., Palm Bay K of C Our Lady of Grace Council #13243. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-725-3066 7:30 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Monday 300 Malabar Rd, S.E., Palm Bay K of C Monsignor Martin B. Power Council #14573. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4932 7:30 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Thursday 2950 N. U.S. 1, Melbourne

LANGUAGES

French - Beginning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 9 a.m. • Thursday Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic MyShepherdCenter.org French - Spoken. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-6474 12:45 p.m. • Tuesday Offered through Senior Adventures in Learning Ascension Catholic Church 2950 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne SAILofMelbourne.org


Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 1 p.m. • Mondays, Beginning 2 p.m. • Mondays, Beginning/Intermediate Martin Andersen Senior Center 1025 S Florida Ave., Rockledge MartinAndersenSeniorCenter.com • masc1025@att.net

Italian - Basic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-6474 11 a.m. • Tuesday Offered through Senior Adventures in Learning Ascension Catholic Church 2950 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne SAILofMelbourne.org

Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 6:45 - 8:15 p.m. • Tuesdays (call for next class) $80 for 8 weeks + book Indian Harbour Beach Recreation Dept. 1233 Yacht Club Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach IndianHarbourBeach.org • dartz@indianharbour.org

Japanese - Basic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-6474 Offered through Senior Adventures in Learning Call or check website for date and time. Ascension Catholic Church 2950 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne

MAGIC

Russian - Basic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-6474 Offered through Senior Adventures in Learning Call or check website for date and time. Ascension Catholic Church 2950 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne SAILofMelbourne.org Spanish - Beginning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-6474 10 a.m. • Wednesday Offered through Senior Adventures in Learning Ascension Catholic Church, 2950 N. Harbor City Blvd.. Melbourne SAILofMelbourne.org Spanish - Easy As Pie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 12 p.m. • Thursday Fun with language for those with no prior knowledge. 8 week sessions/Fall, Winter and Spring Noon. • Thursday Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic, FL MyShepherdCenter.org Spanish - Easy As Pie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-6474 Fun with the language for those with no prior knowledge. Text not required is Passport to Spanish: Revised and Expanded Edition. $7.50 Offered through Senior Adventures in Learning Ascension Catholic Church 2950 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne SAILofMelbourne.org Spanish - Intermediate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-6474 10 a.m. • Wednesday Offered through Senior Adventures in Learning Ascension Catholic Church 2950 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne SAILofMelbourne.org

Magic for Everyone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 Aimed at anyone interested in entertaining grandchildren and family. Bring new deck of cards to first class. 9 a.m. • Thursdays, seasonally • 8-week program/$20 Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com Space Coast Magic Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 877-986-2442 IBM and SAM recognized Magic Organization Open to everyone 7 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday 1990 West New Haven Ave., Ste. 306/307 Melbourne spacecoastmagicclub.org

MEDITATION

Open Mind Zen Meditation Center . . . . . . . 321- 427-3511 Meditation and talk • donation requested 10 a.m. • Sundays 878 Sarno Rd., Melbourne. Entrance is in back. Sitting Meditation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-720-1519 Meditation and Study 7 - 8 p.m. • Mondays West Melbourne Library 2755 Wingate Blvd., West Melbourne Tibetan Meditation & Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321- 720-1519 7 - 8 p.m. •Wedensdays At Open Mind Zen Meditation Center 878 Sarno Rd., Melbourne. Entrance is in back.

MISCELLANEOUS

Coupon Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-7705 2 - 3 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday Satellite Beach Library, 951 Jamaica Blvd., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org Boogie@bellsouth.net

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German - Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-622-6474 Offered through Senior Adventures in Learning Call or check website for date and time. Ascension Catholic Church 2950 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne SAILofMelbourne.org


Customs of the World. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 10 a.m. • Friday Offered through My Shepherd Center Ascension Lutheran Church 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org jboudrie@aol.com Friday Afternoon at the Movies. . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4341 Movie and Refreshments 1 p.m. • Friday Sunflower House, Merritt Square Mall 777 E. Merritt Island Cswy., Merritt Island AgingMattersBrevard.org • SunflowerHouse@bellsouth.net Keep Brevard Beautiful. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-0501 To motivate and educate business, school, group and individual partnerships to reduce litter, recycle, landscape, and beautify for the environmental and economic benefit of Brevard County. 8:30 a.m. • 2nd Thursday Kay’s Bar-B-Q, 1552 King St, Cocoa keepbrevardbeautiful.com Propeller Club of Port Canaveral. . . . . . . . . . 321-323-9886 For anyone interested in Port Canaveral for any reason. Nonprofit educational group that supports our maritime community. 11:30 a.m. • 1st Wednesday Fishlips Bar & Grill, 610 Glen Cheek Dr., Port Canaveral propellerclubcanaveral@gmail.com

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Space Coast Inventors Guild. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-768-1234 Learn how to protect your inventions and ideas from others. 2 - 4:45 p.m. • 4th Saturday Eau Gallie Public Library, 1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne The Humanists at Barefoot Bay. . . . . . . . . . . 772-664-4066 Noon • 2nd Saturday South Mainland Public Library, 7921 Ron Beatty Blvd., Micco What In The World. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 9 a.m. • Thursday Robin Cramp has traveled extensively. He will cover current events and reviews of the geographic and economics of these areas. Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com World’s Greatest Geological Wonders. . . . . 321-610-3937 9 a.m. • Thursday Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic MyShepherdCenter.org • jboudrie@aol.com


International Plastic Modelers Society Space Coast Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-951-0740 6 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday Suntree/Viera Public Library 902 Jordan Blass Dr., Melbourne 6:00 p.m. • Last Tuesday Central Brevard Public Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa ipmsspacecoast.com Space Coast Model Sailing Club 10 a.m. - noon • Saturdays Wickham Park Pond (just past the dog park) 2500 Parkway Dr., Melbourne orgsites.com/fl/scmsc rich.dependable@cfl.rr.com Titusville Area Model Railroad Club. . . . . . . 321-269-0723 7 p.m. • Mondays, $10/mo Gibson Complex K15, 835 Sycamore St., Titusville

MUSIC, BANDS & BARBERSHOP

Bluegrass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-222-7797 Bringing bluegrass concerts to Brevard North Brevard Shrine. 545 N. Washington Ave., Titusville 7 p.m. concerts Brevard Community Chorus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-433-7629 Auditions required to join. Free to join. 7 - 9 p.m. • Tuesdays King Center, Room 160, 3865 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne lambr@easternflorida.edu Brevard Symphony Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-2024 Free concerts and events throughout the year. Two volunteer guilds open to membership in North and South Brevard. BrevardSymphony.com info@brevardsymphony.com Central Florida Accordion Club . . . . . . . . . . . 866-455-2322 2 p.m. • Last Sunday Cocoa Elks Lodge #1532, 315 Florida Ave., Cocoa cfAccordionClub.com • cfAccordionClub@yahoo.com Community Band of Brevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-725-9191 Educates its members, entertains its audiences and serves its community. All concerts are free, no tickets required. Merritt Island High School Auditorium, 100 Mustang Way communitybandofbrevard.org Golden Tones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 9 a.m. - noon • Mondays Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr., NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Greater Canaveral Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. . . . . . . . 321-636-0900 or 321-777-0406 7 p.m. • Tuesdays Choral Room, Building #4, Eastern Florida State College campus 1519 Clearlake Road, Cocoa

Harbor City Harmonizers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-213-9424 7:15 p.m. • Tuesdays Men’s a cappella chorus of the Melbourne Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. Perform as a chorus and with quartets. Suitable for all ages from 10 years and up. Tropical Haven Community Center 1205 Eddie Allen Rd., Melbourne hcharmonizers@gmail.com; hcharmonizers.com Indialantic Chamber Singers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-426-0360 All concerts are Free, no tickets required Main venue: Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic indialanticchambersingers.org Martin Andersen Senior Choir. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 10 a.m. - noon • Tuesdays Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge MartinAndersenSeniorCenter.com masc1025@att.net Melbourne Chamber Music Society. . . . . . . 321-213-5100 International Chamber Music Series Adults $30 (prices vary by concert) Students $10. St. Mark’s United Methodist, 2030 N. Hwy. A1A, Indialantic melbournechambermusicsociety.com Melbourne Community Orchestra. . . . . . . . 321-285-6724 50+ volunteers perform free concerts. Our middle name is community, we live in the community and we play for the community. Mondays 5:30 p.m. Rehearsal Julia Good Melbourne Band Room, Melody Lane, Melbourne mcorchestra.org Melbourne Municipal Band. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-0555 Melbourne Auditorium (Concert & Dance Location) Admission is free. No tickets required. 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne melbournemunicipalband.org Melbourne Municipal Concert Band. . . . . . 321-285-6724 Welcomes players of all ages and abilities 7:15 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. • Tuesdays, Rehearsals Julia D. Good Rehearsal Hall, 1924 Melody Lane, Melbourne New Horizons Band . . . . . 321-727-0403 or 321-693-3166 Welcome comeback players and beginners 9 - 11 a.m. • Tuesdays Melbourne Band Room, 1924 Melody Lane, Melbourne (behind Melbourne auditorium) North Guild of the Brevard Symphony Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-385-1513 Exists to provide support for our fantastic orchestra. 10 a.m. • 2nd Friday (September - May) Board of directors meeting/open to everyone LaCita Country Club, 777 Country Club Dr., Titusville amb3@cfl.rr.com

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MODEL CLUBS


Platinum Coast Chorus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-0158 Four-part harmony, barbershop-style for women. Singers must be able to carry their part and stand for rehearsals. 6:30 p.m. • Thursday See website for performances or call 321-259-8605 2285 Minton Rd, West Melbourne PlatinumCoastChorus.com Pretenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 9 - 12 a.m. • Tuesday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr., NE, Palm Bay Rock the Silence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-446-1802 Nonprofit organization bringing Christian music to hearingimpaired audiences throughout Florida and other states. The group teaches sign language to residents and teachers. rockthesilence.net • rockthesilence@yahoo.com Sing Out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 11 a.m. • Thursday Join John Ferris in singing everything from Hank Williams to Gershwin. Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic MyShepherdCenter.org South Guild of the Brevard Symphony Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-373-4715 10:30 a.m. • 1st Friday (September - June) Luncheons, must RSVP. Eau Gallie Yacht Club, 100 Datura Dr., Indian Harbour Beach Space Coast Flute Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-385-7236 Musicians who play a wide collection of flutes in four free concerts per year. Donations accepted. Suntree United Methodist Church (concerts and practice) 7400 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic scfo.org • scfoboard@gmail.com Space Coast Jazz All Stars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 855-252-7276 $20 general admission, 18 and under free St. Mark’s United Methodist Church 2030 N. Hwy. A1A, Indialantic SpacecoastSymphony.org Space Coast Jazz Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-3494 Keeping Jazz alive on the Space Coast 2 p.m. • 2nd Sunday Concert Cocoa Beach Country Club Minutemen Causeway, Cocoa Beach spacecoastjazzsociety.com Space Coast Pops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-292-7714 Nonprofit professional orchestra of 54 musicians 2:30 p.m. • Saturday Concerts First Baptist Church of Merritt Island 140 Magnolia Ave., Merritt Island SpaceCoastPops.com

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Space Coast Symphony Orchestra. . . . . . . . 855-252-7276 Three Brevard performing venues. $20 general admission, 18 and under Free SpaceCoastSymphony.org The Greater Canaveral Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-752-0551 For men & boys of all ages 7 p.m. • Tuesday Tropical Haven Community Center 1205 Eddie Allen Road, Melbourne driches@b-riches.net

NATURE GROUPS

Brevard Nature Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-5224 Raising awareness of the value and importance of Brevard’s natural resources. brevardnaturealliance.org • neta@brevardnaturealliance.org Friends of Carr Refuge, Sea Turtle Preservation Society. . . . . . . . . . . 321-676-1701 Turtle Walks, Beach cleanup, Store 111 S. Miramar Ave., Indialantic seaturtlespacecoast.org • stps@seaturtlespacecoast.org Friends of St. Sebastian River, Inc.. . . . . . . . . 772-202-0501 Maintaining and improving the health and beauty of the St. Sebastian River. Meetings are free. 7:30 p.m. • 4th Tuesday (Odd months, except July) North Indian River County Library 1001 Sebastian Blvd., Sebastian Friends of the Enchanted Forest. . . . . . . . . . 321-264-5185 6 or 6:30 p.m. • 3rd Thursday (depends on daylight) Enchanted Forest Sanctuary 444 Columbia Blvd., Titusville enchantedforestfriends.org • bhoelscher@cfl.rr.com Marine Resources Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-725-7775 Greenways, Blueways, Right Whale program, habitat restoration $25 membership 3275 Dixie Hwy. NE, Palm Bay mrcirl.org Merritt Island Wildlife Association . . . . . . . . 321-861-2377 Promoting conservation, awareness, and appreciation of the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge merrittislandwildlifeassociation.org Pelican Island Preservation Society. . . . . . . 772-202-0697 7 p.m. • 4th Monday (January, April, June, October) North Indian River County Library 1001 Sebastian Blvd.(CR512), Sebastian firstrefuge.org

NEEDLEWORK

American Needlepoint Guild/ Space Coast Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-433-0238 9:30 a.m. • 1st Friday Central Brevard Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa


Seaside Piecemakers Quilt Guild. . . . . . . . . . 321-409-9185 9:30 a.m. • 4th Wednesday (except December) $25 annual membership Heritage Isle Club, 6800 Legacy Blvd., Viera seasidepiecemakers.com

Andersen Quilters. . . . . . . 321-631-7549 or 321-453-5559 9 a.m. - noon • Mondays Martin Andersen Senior Center Bldg. 3 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge MartinAndersenSeniorCenter.com/quilting-class •masc1025@att.net

Sew ’n’ Sews. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4861 A satellite of IRC Embroidery Guild of America 5:30 - 7:45 p.m. • 1st Tuesday Central Brevard Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa indianriverega.org • IRClee@aol.com

ASG SeaSide Stitchers - Melbourne. . . . . . . 321-254-2206 9 a.m. • 1st Monday The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer 12 E. Ave. A, Melbourne BeeLine Knitters Knitters and other Fiber Fanatics work on projects & chat. 7 - 9 p.m. • Wednesdays Barnes & Noble Café, 780 E. Merritt Island Cswy., Merritt Island dolphin1829@yahoo.com Beginning Smocking and Embroidery. . . . 321-610-3937 12 a.m. • Fridays Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Dr., Satellite Beach MyShepherdCenter.org Busy Fingers Crafts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-693-8621 9 a.m. • Mondays $1 members, $2 non-members Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge MartinAndersenSeniorCenter.com • masc1025@att.net EduQuilters/Coastal Quilters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-5802 Committed to sharing our passion for quilting with the children of our community and with other quilters. 9:30 a.m. • 3rd Saturday (except June and December) Satellite Beach Public Library 751 Jamaica Blvd., Satellite Beach $15 annual dues eduquilters.org • margie@cfl.rr.com Indian River Chapter of the Embroidery Guild of America, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-7404 9:30 a.m. • 3rd Monday Front Street Civic Center, 2205 S. Front St., Melbourne indianriverega.org • IRClee@aol.com Knit One Purle Two. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-3937 10 a.m. • Thursday Offered through My Shepherd Center Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic MyShepherdCenter.org Night Stitchers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4861 A satellite of IRC Embroidery Guild of America 7 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Tuesday

Sit and Knit, Palm Bay Knitters. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-4519 3 - 4:30 p.m. • Mondays Palm Bay Public Library, 1520 Port Malabar Blvd., Palm Bay Space Coast Quilters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-1969 9 a.m. • 3rd Wednesday (except July) $12 annual dues or $10 if over 55. First Baptist Church, 303 Main St., Titusville spacecoastquilters.com • info@spacecoastquilters.com Space Coast Weavers & Fiber Artists Guild. . . . . 321-960-6085 or 321-674-9020 Show-n-tell, business meeting and fiber program open to the public. 9:30 a.m. - noon • 3rd Saturday (with occasional field trips) Membership $15/year Merritt Island Public Library, 1195 N. Courtenay Pkwy. Suntree/Viera Sit and Stitch Group. . . . . . . . 321-255-4404 1 - 3:30 p.m. • 1st Tuesday & 3rd Wednesday Suntree/Viera Public Library 902 Jordan Blass Drive, Melbourne Vitas Merritt Island Sewing Group. . . . . . . 321-452-4341 1 - 3 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Wednesday Sunflower House, Merritt Square Mall 777 E. Merritt Island Cswy., Merritt Island AgingMattersBrevard.org SunflowerHouse@bellsouth.net

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American Sewing Guild Neighborhood meetings listed on website North Area Adult Center (Whispering Hills Campus) 800 Lane Ave., Titusville asgspacecoast.org • president@asgspacecoast.org


OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Brevard County Horseshoe Club. . . . . . . . . . 321-501-9092 Leagues with spring and fall tournaments. Amateurs have equal chance with experts. Open play. $30 national, state & club dues • Cocoa Stradley Park 6 p.m. • Tuesday • Melbourne Wickham Park 10 a.m. • Sunday, League 10 a.m. • Wednesday, Practice Citizens for Florida’s Waterways. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-449-0827 or 321-543-6970 A boating advocacy group promoting coexistence between man and marine environments. Sponsors many social activities including poker runs. Board Meetings monthly, see website for details cffw.org Fishing Clinics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 Classes offered in Catching Bait, Surf Fishing, Throwing a Cast Net and more. Indian Harbour Beach Recreation Dept. 1233 Yacht Club Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach

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Fishing Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-8313 1 p.m. • 2nd Thursday David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach Friends of Ulumay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-258-5168 An organization of people who are passionate about preserving and enhancing the natural resources of the Ulumay Wildlife Sanctuary. 6:30 p.m. • 3rd Monday (Except November & December) Merritt Island Public Library, 1195 N. Courtenay Pkwy. Florida Trail Association Indian River Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352-378-8823 The Florida Trail Association develops, maintains, protects and promotes a network of hiking trails throughout the state, including the unique Florida National Scenic Trail. The Indian River Chapter maintains the Florida Trail from Tosohatchee Reserve State Park south through Bull Creek WMA, Forever Florida, Three Lakes and Prairie Lakes WMA. Space Coast Paddlers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4304 6:30 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday (Except April & October) Eau Gallie Public Library 1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne spacecoastpaddlers.org • commodore@spacecoastpaddlers.org


POLITICAL GROUPS

American Congress for Truth . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-359-2359 6:30 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday Commission Chambers Brevard County Government Center 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Building C, First Floor, Viera Barefoot Bay Democrats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-663-2243 7 p.m. • 4th Thursday Barefoot Bay Golf Course, Building D/E 1225 Barefoot Bay Blvd., Barefoot Bay Beachside Democratic Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-345-4060 7 p.m. • 3rd Monday City Tropics Bistro, 249 Fifth Ave., Indialantic Brevard County Democrats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-795-6814 No membership charge. 6:30 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday, meetings Cocoa-Rockledge Garden Club 1493 S. Fiske Blvd., Cocoa 9 a.m. • 1st Saturday, breakfast Bob Evans, 100 Sheriff Dr., Viera brevarddems.com • outreach@brevarddems.com Brevard Democratic Women’s Club . . . . . . . 321-298-3463 11:30 a.m. • 1st Saturday Memaws, 600 E. Eau Gallie Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach Brevard Federated Republican Women. . . . . 321-727-1212 Promoting Republican ideals and goals. Republican men are welcome as associates. 11 a.m. • 1st Wednesday, networking 11:30 a.m. • Program 12:15 p.m. • Lunch $30 annual dues plus $17 lunch Holiday Inn Melbourne-Viera 8298 N. Wickham Rd., Viera melbournegopwomen.org bethanddale3@hotmail.com Brevard Republican Executive Committee.321-254-0073 Members and visitors must be registered Republicans with Voter ID required for entrance. Free. 6:30 p.m. • 2nd Wednesday Holiday Inn Melbourne-Viera Conference Center 8298 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne brevardrepublicans.org barbara.davis@brevardrepublicans.org North Brevard Republican Club. . . . . . . . . . . 321-225-4979 7 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday La Cita Country Club 777 Country Club Dr., Titusville northbrevardrepublicans.us

North Brevard Democratic Club . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-8520 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. • 4th Monday Beef O’Brady’s, 2825 Garden St. #9, Titusville Palm Bay Democratic Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-327-7947 Open to all registered Brevard County Democrats. 7 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday $15 annual dues Comfort Suites, Malabar & I-95, Palm Bay brevarddems.com • palmbay@brevarddems.com Republican Women’s Network of South Brevard County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-728-4424 10:45 a.m. • 3rd Thursday, check in begins 11:15 a.m. • meeting $20 includes lunch, please RSVP • $5 without lunch Eau Gallie Yacht Club, 100 Datura Dr., Indian Harbour Beach rwnsb.org S. Brevard Democratic Women’s Club. . . . . 321-773-2949 11:30 a.m. • 1st Saturday, Lunch Meeting Call or see website for details, $25/year Memaw’s BBQ, Eau Gallie Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach sbdwcnewsletter.com • pfarley_101@hotmail.com Space Coast Republican Winners . . . . . . . . . 321-735-4420 A co-ed Republican political group with the goal to provide information about our community and/or the Republican Party to interested area Republicans. Members must be registered Republicans. 11:30 a.m. • 4th Wednesday

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

FDNY Retirees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-9945 7:30 p.m. • 1st Wednesday (except June, July, August) Holy Name of Jesus Church, 3050 N. A1A, Indialantic NARFE—National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association —Chapter 1137 Central Brevard. . . . . . . . . . 321-433-0445 11:30 a.m. • 2nd Monday, lunch 12:15 p.m. • meeting $40 membership Kay’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q, 1552 King St., West Cocoa narfe.org/chapter1137 •honey_s@bellsouth.net —Chapter 2255. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-778-0585 1 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday Vic’s Pizza, 1140 U.S. Hwy. 1, Sebastian New Jersey Fireman & Police Assoc.. . . . . . . 772-249-0509 Meets 4 times a year 12:30 p.m. Lunch, 2 p.m. meeting New Jersey Retired Fireman & Police Assoc.. 321-269-8428 Meets 4 times a year. Call for time and location. New York State Teacher Retirees in Florida, Space Coast Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-0270 10:30 a.m. • 2nd Friday Eau Gallie Public Library (except December and January) 1521 Pineapple St., Melbourne TheBoomerSeniorGuide.com |

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Turtle Coast Sierra Club 6:30 p.m., Social with meeting at 7:30 p.m. • 4th Thursday Universal Unitarian Friendship Fellowship Hall 3115 Friendship Place, Rockledge lindyb@cfl.rr.com


North Brevard Retired Educators Assoc.. . .321-269-9946 Retired public and private school employees within Titusville, Mims and Port St. John. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • 2nd Thursday (October - April) First United Methodist Church, 206 S. Hopkins Ave., Titusville Society of Women Engineers Space Coast Section. . . . . . . . . . . . spacecoast@swe-sc.org 6 p.m. • Monthly Dinner meetings (September - May) $100 annual dues. Guests are welcome. swe-sc.org

RADIO

Brevard Amateur Radio Society. . . . . . . . . . . 321-362-5037 See website for meeting times and locations. 4743 Cambridge Dr., Mims brevardars.org • n6usp@bellsouth.net Indian River Amateur Radio Club 7:30 p.m. • 1st Thursday, meeting, Social starts at 7 p.m. American Red Cross Building, 1700 Cedar St., Rockledge irarc.ham-radio-op.net • sluchuk@cfl.rr.com

RELIGIOUS

St. Katherine Philoptochos Society . . . . . . . 321-254-1045 Meets six times a year. Call for details. St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church 5965 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne saint-katherine.org • Admin@Saint-Katherine.org Women of Temple Israel Sisterhood. . . . . . .321-253-5874 Organization of women interested in Judaism.

SALT COUNCILS

Melbourne Beach Community Club. . . . . . . 321-728-8115 Melbourne Beach Community Center 509 Ocean Ave., Melbourne Beach Palm Bay Community Center … . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-3443 1502 Port Malabar Blvd. NE,. Palm Bay Viera Regional Community Center. . . . . . . . 321-433-4891 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera

KIWANIS

Kiwanis Eau Gallie/Suntree. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-8313 Emphasis on community and children. 6 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday Beef-O’ Brady’s, 724 South Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach Melbourne Kiwanis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-3372 7:45 a.m. • 2nd & 4th Friday New Day Café, 924 West New Haven Ave., Melbourne Merritt Island Kiwanis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-508-3833 6 p.m. • Thursdays (no meeting on 5th Thursday) Doyle Carleton Pavilion meeting room 951 Kiwanis Island Park Rd., Merritt Island merritt-island.kiwanisone.org • pete.jay.h@gmail.com Rockledge Kiwanis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-637-1424 Noon • Tuesday Jimmie’s Restaurant, 1279 Admirality Blvd., Rockledge Titusville Kiwanis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-432-6265 Serving the children of the world Noon • 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tuesdays Buffet Village, 3125 Columbia Blvd., Titusville TitusvilleKiwanis.org • TitusvilleKiwanis@gmail.com

LIONS

Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) Brainstorming solutions to specific community problems. brevardtriad.org North Area SALT Council. . . . . . . . . . 321-632-6688 or 2-1-1 10 - 11 a.m. • 1st Wednesday Titusville Police Department 1100 John Glenn Blvd. Titusville

Cocoa Beach Seaside Lions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-6633 6 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Thursday Brano’s Italian Grille, 3680 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach

South Area SALT Council. . . . . . . . . . 321-632-6688 or 2-1-1 9 - 10 a.m. • 3rd Wednesday Eau Gallie Public Library, 521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne

Palm Bay Progressive Lions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-728-9175 6 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday Palm Bay Unity Center, 6525 S. Babcock St., Malabar

SERVICE CLUBS/COMMUNITY

Rockledge Lions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-635-8416 Noon. • 2nd & 4th Thursday Rockledge Country Club, 1591 Fiske Blvd., Rockledge

Crane Park Community Center. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4609 1440 Mosswood Dr., Melbourne cranecc@melbourneflorida.org Chabad Jewish Community Center. . . . . . . 321-777-2770 1190 Highway A1A, Satellite Beach David R Schechter Community Center. . . . 321-773-6458 1089 S Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach

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Palm Bay Happy Lions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-951-7880 8 a.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday Dottie’s Restaurant, 5275 Babcock Street, Palm Bay

Satellite Beach Lions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-327-8931 6:30 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday DoubleTree Suites by Hilton, 1665 N. A1A, Satellite Beach Viera Lions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-635-8491 or 321-631-4525 6:30 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Tuesday Holiday Inn, 8298 N. Wickham Road, Viera


Pilot Club of South Brevard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-604-7417 5:45 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday, business and dinner meeting Southland Suites of Melbourne, 2680 Croton Rd., Melbourne pilotclubofsouthbrevard.org • jmcrule@yahoo.com Pilot Club of Titusville, Inc. . . . . . . . . . 321-543-9637 or 407-314-8697 Noon • 1st & 3rd Wednesday La Cita Country Club, 777 Country Club Dr., Titusville nbbd.com/npr/pilot • pilotcluboftitusville@yahoo.com Riverview Pilot Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-7426 10 a.m. • 2nd Sat. (Aug., Oct., Dec., Feb., Apr. & Jun.) Benton House, 497 Washington Ave. (North U.S. 1), Titusville Space Coast Pilot Club of Titusville. . . . . . . . 321-795-9685 6 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday Beef O’Brady’s, 2825 Garden St., Titusville debbiepilot_26@yahoo.com

ROTARY

Cocoa Beach Daybreak Rotary. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-480-5140 7:30 a.m. • Tuesday Roberto’s Restaurant, 26 N. Orlando Ave., Cocoa Beach Cocoa Beach Rotary 12:15 p.m. • Wednesday Gregory’s Steak & Seafood Grille 900 N. Atlantic Ave. (A1A), Cocoa Beach daviddbrown.pe@gmail.com Cocoa Rotary 12:15 p.m. • Tuesday Eastern Florida State College dining room 1519 Clearlake Rd., Cocoa billm@coastalhealth.org Melbourne Rotary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-729-8630 6:00 p.m. • Thursday 1675 S. John Rodes Blvd., West Melbourne

Suntree Rotary Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-890-4301 7:25 a.m. • Friday / $35/quarter plus meals Suntree United Methodist Church 7400 Wickham Rd., Suntree Titusville Rotary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-795-5199 Noon • Thursday La Cita Country Club, 777 Country Club Dr., Titusville Titusville Sunrise Rotary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-5913 7:15 a.m. • Tuesday La Cita Country Club, 777 Country Club Dr., Titusville

ZONTA

Zonta Club of Melbourne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-729-0755 Advancing the status of women through service and advocacy. Monthly dinner meeting.

SINGLES GROUPS

Senior Singles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 Social group open to all seniors 50 and up 4 p.m. • 2nd Wednesday North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville NorthBrevardSeniorCenter.tripod.com Single, Separated, Widowed & Divorced (SSWD). . . . . . 321-213-6629 or 321-868-7775 A social and support group open to all. 12:30 p.m. • Lunch 1st Friday, local restaurants 5 p.m. • 3rd Friday Meetings, Parish Center Church of Our Saviour, 5301 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach Social Singles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-504-3111 Social group for ages 50 and older 7 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Thursday $15 annual dues Viera Elks Lodge, 5820 U.S.1, Rockledge Trailblazers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . info@trailblazers-club.com Adventurous outing club for singles. trailblazers-club.com

SOCIAL GROUPS with PROGRAMS

Merritt Island Rotary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-0383 5:15 p.m. • Thursday Merritt Island Lincoln Mercury 1850 E. Merritt Island Cswy., Merritt Island

55+ Club of Satellite Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-8313 SEE – Social, Education and Entertainment 1089 South Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach SatelliteBeachRecreation.org

Merritt Island Breakfast Rotary . . . . . . . . . . . 321-459-3363 7:15 a.m. • Wednesday Victoria’s, 370 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island

Harbor City Retirees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259-5275 Dancing and social time 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. • Wednesday Eau Gallie Civic Center, 1551 Highland Ave., Melbourne

Palm Bay Rotary Noon • Thursday Rancho Viejo, 1901 Palm Bay Road N.E., Palm Bay palmbayrotary.com • Palmbayrotary@gmail.com Rockledge Rotary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-504-4500 7 a.m. • Thursday Rockledge Country Club, 1591 Fiske Blvd., Rockledge

Legacy Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-1000 ext. 644 This club offers those aged 55 to 64 $2 off admission to Brevard Public Schools athletic, musical & theatrical events. Members 65 and older get in free. This deal excludes FHSAA playoff games.

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Neighbors of Suntree. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-254-6500 Encourages friendliness among the residents of Suntree Community, welcomes people of all ages and interests. 10 a.m. • 3rd Thursday Suntree Master Homeowners Assoc. offices 7550 Spyglass Hill Road, Suntree $18/per year membership neighborsofsuntree.org • oyerjudy@aol.com

New Jersey Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-8428 11:30 a.m. • 2nd Thursdays $5/year. Picnics in April & October orgsites.com/fl/newjerseyclubofbrevard • kestes2@cfl.rr.com

New Neighbors of South Brevard Beaches, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-676-8197 11 a.m. • 2nd Tuesday, Luncheon and speaker 12:15 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday, Board Meeting Non profit social organization with emphasis on supporting local charities through financial and volunteer efforts. Spouses included in some functions.

The Brevard Theatrical Ensemble. . . . . . . . . 321-676-0697 Quality stage productions that educate and entertain. 6-week classes. Call to sign up and audition. brevardensemble.com • ladygailbte@earthlink.net

One Senior Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-6771 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Wednesday $15 Annual Membership 8085 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera • OneSeniorPlace.com Our Saviour Senior Community Club . . . . . 321-784-3321 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Thursday Our Saviour Catholic Church, 5301 N Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach Prime Timers • 321-269-1133 12:30 a.m. • Every Tuesday Temple Baptist Church, 1400 N. Washington Ave., Titusville Senior Citizens Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-5040 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Monday & Friday Isaac Campbell Sr. Park Community Center 701 South St., Titusville Senior Talkers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-254-5143 Discussion and social group. Bring “brown bag” lunch. Beverages and dessert provided. Different moderators lead the discussions. Open to all. All are welcome. 11:30 a.m. • 3rd Monday • $1 donation Temple Israel Social Hall, 7350 Lake Andrew Dr., Viera

STATE CLUBS

California Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-2655 Anyone from any part of California at any time is welcome Various restaurants for lunch. Connecticut Yankees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-3458 11 a.m. • 2nd Saturday No dues • Entertainment and social lunches for 20 years Golden Corral, 880 Palm Bay Rd. NE, Palm Bay Maine Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-725-2237 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. • 3rd Saturday (October - May) Golden Corral, 880 Palm Bay Rd., Palm Bay Michigan Upper Peninsula. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-632-1975 Annual Picnic 1st Sunday in March Wickham Park (Parkway Dr.), Melbourne

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New York State Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-446-9358 Noon • 3rd Tuesday

PERFORMING ARTS

TAI CHI

QiGong/Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese healing art, is a gentle form of exercise. Often described as meditation in motion this mind-body practice is known to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, relieve pain, improve balance, promote flexibility and aid in relaxation. Tai Chi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-6771 10 - 11 a.m. • Friday One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera Tai Chi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-385-9140 1 p.m. • Tuesday $2 members, $4 non-members North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville Tai Chi Chuan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-0552 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. • Wednesday $55/4 week session (no class first Wed. of five-week month) Indian Harbour Beach Recreation Center 1233 Yacht Club Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach IndianHarbourBeach.org Tai Chi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-4494 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. • Monday 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. • Wednesday 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. • Wednesday, practice only 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. • Friday Wickham Park Senior Center, 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne bcscwp.com Tai Chi/QiGong. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-6458 10:15 a.m. • Wednesday $15/month David R. Schechter Community Center, 1089 S. Patrick Dr. Satellite Beach

TOASTMASTERS

Developing speaking, listening, thinking and leadership skills toastmasters.org Assured Communicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-3551 11:30 a.m. • Alternating Tuesdays Harris Building D, HR Conference room near lobby 1025 W. Nasa Blvd., Melbourne Beachside Broadcasters Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-446-4483 Noon • 1st & 3rd Wednesday Bldg 401, Commander’s Conf Room, Spacelift Ave., Patrick AFB dee@toastmastersD84.org


Harbor City Toastmasters Club. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-4508 10 a.m. • 2nd & 4th Saturday West Melbourne Library, 2755 Wingate Blvd., Melbourne Harris Speak EZ Club 2380. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-984-6402 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Wednesday $72/annual Harris Corporation, W3/2A Conference Room 150 S. Wickham Rd., Melbourne Harris Toastmasters Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-309-7055 11:45 a.m. • 1st and 3rd Thursday Harris Corporation, Bldg. R5, Rm K202 407 S. John Rodes Blvd., Melbourne Health First Toastmasters Club. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-446-4483 6 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Monday Holmes Regional Medical Center multipurpose room 1350 Hickory St, Melbourne Merritt Moonliters Club 1387. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-453-9664 7 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday Cape Canaveral Hospital, Conference Room C 701 W. Cocoa Beach Cswy., Cocoa Beach Metro Palm Bay Toastmasters. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-505-2802 6:30 - 8 pm. • 2nd & 4th Thursday Palm Bay Hospital Auditorium 1425 Malabar Road NE, Palm Bay South Beach Toastmasters Club. . . . . . . . . . .321-427-7771 7:05 - 8:45 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Wednesday Beef O’Brady’s, 724 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach Toastmasters Titusville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-536-9520 6:30 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday $42 annually Kloiber’s Cobbler, 377 S. Washington Ave., Titusville Toast Stars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-726-7603 Open to everyone, but you must present photo ID Noon • Thursday FIT Aviation Emil Buehler Center For Aviation Training, 801 Harry Goode Way, Melbourne Viera/Suntree Toastmasters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-8621 7 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Wednesday Viera Hospital, 1st floor conference room by gift shop 8745 N. Wickham Rd., Viera

TRAVEL CLUBS

VEHICLE CLUBS

Antique Automobile Club of America – Cape Canaveral Region. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-453-4309 Membership is open to anyone with an interest in old cars. 6:45 p.m. • 1st Wednesday Central Brevard Public Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa AntiqueAutoClubCC.com Antique Auto Club of America – Space Coast Region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-3498 Call for time & location Any classic cars 25 years or older. No kit cars or hot rods. 1st Thursday, $15 annual dues. clubs.hemmings.com/spacecoastaaca Classic Reflections Car Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-795-7363 7 p.m. • 1st Monday (except holidays) $25 annual dues richierich4545@yahoo.com Legendary Jeep Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-480-0253 1 p.m. • 4th Sunday Fox Lake Park, Titusville legendaryjeeps.com

WATER SPORTS

Indian River Queen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-454-7414 Monthly Cruises. Triple deck paddlewheel. Departs from Cocoa Village Marina IndianRiverQueen.com Island Boat Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-454-7414 Eco Tours Daily Two hour dolphin & manatee tours. Sunset Waterfront Grill, 500 W. Cocoa Beach Causeway Cocoa Beach Islandboatlines.com Melbourne Yacht Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-768-9921 Sailing classes open to the public and given in Vanguard 420s. Club activities include sailing classes, fun sailing events, Fall and Spring regattas, year round racing, cruising activities and parties. 6:30 p.m. • 1st Wednesday Classes are $175. 1202 E. River Dr., Melbourne melbourneyachtclub.com Titusville Sailing Club Provides low-cost training classes and promotes sailing in the Indian River. Activities include a New Year’s Day Fun Race and Sail a Small Boat Days, Spring & Fall Race series, potluck dinners, parties, picnics, dinners and monthly meetings. SailTitusville.com titusvillesailingclub@sailtitusville.com

Travel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-777-7556

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Girl Talk Toastmasters Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-652-4440 6:30 - 8 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Tuesday Perkins • Come early to order food. 8200 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne


WEIGHT LOSS

TOPS-Individual Dietary Consultants Take Off Pounds Sensibly, times, dates locations vary tops.org — Chapter 0043. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259-4919 4:30 p.m. • Tuesday First Christian Church 2010 Babcock St., Melbourne — Chapter 0307. . . . . . . . . 321-863-8952 or 321-264-1759 8:40 - 9:45 a.m. • Friday, weigh-in 10 a.m., meeting First Baptist Church of Titusville, 303 Main St. — Chapter 0318. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-749-3483 6 - 7:30 p.m. • Tuesday $32/annual, includes national magazine Oceanside Community Church 305 Cassia Blvd., Satellite Beach

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WOMEN’S CLUBS

Alpha Delta Kappa of Florida. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386-427-4558 or 321-794-1807 International Honorary Sorority of Women Educators alphadeltakappa.org American Association of University Women Melbourne Branch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-9355 3rd Saturdays • Various locations and times. Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-2250 40 chapters in Brevard County meet in members’ homes. Central Brevard Newcomers Club. . . . . . . . . 321-452-2656 A group of ladies who welcome new residents with several interest groups. Some evenings include spouses. 11 - 11:45 a.m. social, followed by short meeting and lunch. Various locations • newcomersbrevard@yahoo.com


GFWC Viera Woman’s Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-6984 General Federation of Woman’s Clubs 9:30 a.m. Breakfast, 10 a.m. meeting • 2nd Monday (September - May) The Brennity, 7300 Watersong Lane, Melbourne gfwcvierawomansclub.com Vierawomansclub@yahoo.com Hadassah. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-632-6610 10 a.m. - noon • 3rd Thursday Eau Gallie Library, 1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne hadassah.org Melbourne Alumnae Panhellenic. . . . . . . . . 321-254-0672 For women who were college sorority members 7:30 p.m. • 1st Wednesday, September - May melbournepanhellenic.org New Neighbors of South Brevard Beaches, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-676-8197 11 a.m. • 2nd Tuesday, Luncheon and speaker 12:15 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday, Board Meeting Non profit social organization with emphasis on supporting local charities through financial and volunteer efforts. Spouses included in some functions. Palm Bay Woman’s Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-674-7513 Noon lunch • 2nd Wednesday 1 p.m. meeting Glenbrooke at Palm Bay, 815 Briar Creek Blvd., Palm Bay Red Hat Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866-386-2850 Dates, times and locations vary with chapters. More than 100 chapters in Brevard. redhatsociety.com

WRITERS GROUPS

The Cape Canaveral Pen Women 1:30 p.m. • 4th Saturday Satellite Beach Public Library, 751 Jamaica Blvd., Satellite Beach canaveralpenwomen.org • veridian@cfl.rr.com

Playwrights Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-961-1988 Helping local playwrights improve their craft through feedback at play readings and community productions. 3 - 5 p.m. Usually Last Saturday (off June & July) Central Brevard Public Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa playwrightsworkshopbrevard.org Scribblers of Brevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-917-2326 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. 2nd & 4th Thursday (except November & December) Annual dues $25, but meetings are open to the public Eau Gallie Public Library, 1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne brevardscribblers.org • crwtp@rocketmail.com The Space Coast Fiction Writers Critique Group scfw.critiques@gmail.com Writers’ critique group, open to everyone interested in improving their prose 6 - 7:45 p.m. • Thursdays (except holidays) Central Brevard Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa Writers’ Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-2333 10:30 a.m. • Friday $1 members, $2 non-members North Brevard Senior Center, 909 Lane Ave., Titusville

Problem with a Federal Agency?... We’re Ready to Serve You! If you have a problem with a federal government agency or department, such as the Department of Veteran Affairs, Social Security, Medicare, IRS, or the Passport Agency, etc., please feel free to contact my local office.

Family Writing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-7549 9:30 a.m. • Wednesday Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 S. Florida Ave, Rockledge MartinAndersenSeniorCenter.com • masc1025@att.net Florida Writers Association – Melbourne Writers Group Writers helping writers 7 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday Palm Bay Hospital Dining Room 1424 Malabar Rd., Palm Bay fwamelbourne.wordpress.com mail@editorofbooks.com

Congressman Bill Posey Melbourne/Viera 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Bldg. C Melbourne, FL 32940 P. 321-632-1776 H F. 321-639-8595 Email: www.posey.house.gov

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Cocoa Beach Woman’s Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-784-9128 9:30 a.m. • 1st Thursday (September - May) Cocoa Beach Country Club 5000 Tom Warriner Blvd., Cocoa Beach cocoabeachwomansclub.org • robert.schaefer@prodigy.net


Boomer Guide Walter Kiely Mary Dunagan, in blue, displays the Frank Dunagan award for a lifetime of military and community at the Nov. 14 Veterans Salute to military families, surrounded by her granddaughter, sister and daughter.

Remembering veterans, families is top priority By Linda Wiggins Retired USAF Lt. Gen. William “Bill” Welser said he will champion the cause of remembering the service and sacrifice of military veterans and their families until the day he dies.

“If we don’t honor and appreciate the service of our military and the families that support them, who will want to go and fight to protect us in the future?”

“It’s that important,” he told the audience of the Nov. 14 Veterans Salute at the King Center that opened the Senior Life Boomer Bash & Senior Expo.

Dunagan organized the inaugural Veterans Salute last year that has become an annual event, and provided leads to stories that honor veterans on the pages of Senior Life.

The event honored the life of military and community service of retired Lt. Col. Frank Dunagan with a special award presented to his widow, Mary Dunagan. The theme of the salute was military families. “U.S. citizens are now the target of the terrorism war we are now fighting, not just the military as it has been in past wars,” Welser said, charging the community and veterans in attendance to bring friends next year to fill auditoriums at all Veterans Day ceremonies.

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“He always said he could not have soared so high in his career and community service nor enjoyed the flight without Mary and his family behind him,” Senior Life publisher Jill Blue-Gaines said in giving the award. Leadership, spouses and family of the Military Officers Association of America Cape Canaveral Chapter, for which Dunagan was a leader, also took part in or attended the award presentation. n


Kelly T. Lacouture Retired U.S. Air Force Special Agent with the Office of Special Investigations

VETERAN RESOURCES

Aid & Assistance (A&A) Pension. . . . . . . . . . veteranaid.org AVET Project, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-373-7046 (American Veterans Empowerment Team) P.O. Box 254555, Patrick AFB AVET strives to heighten awareness to the needs of past and present United States service men and women, their families, and other needy Americans in providing programs and services of assistance, entertainment, and counseling by enlisting the public’s aid. Brevard County Veterans Service Office. . . 321-633-2012 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8 - 8:30 a.m.; Wednesday & Friday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Veteran Benefits Assistance— Assists veterans/families and survivors to obtain VA benefits. Services include information, applications and appeals concerning disability, home loan, education, health care and survivor benefits. Career Source Brevard – Formerly Brevard Workforce: Military Family Employment Advocacy Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-504-7600 (TDD) (800) 955-8771

295 Barnes Blvd., Rockledge 3880 S. Washington Ave., Suite 214, Titusville, 5275 S.Babcock N.E., 8B, Palm Bay Employ Florida: Vets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-438-4128 Employ Florida seeks to match employers with qualified veterans. veterans.employflorida.com efmhelpmailbox@flaawi.com Florida Department of Veterans Affairs. . . 727-319-7400 The Florida Department of Veterans Affairs is the premier point of entry for Florida veterans to access earned services, benefits and support. A Florida Veterans Benefit Guide is available at FloridaVets.org. James A. Haley Veterans Hospital . . . . . . . . . 800-747-9017 813-972-2000 13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa Involuntary Psychiatric Intervention, Veterans Affairs Medical Centers Veteran’s hospital: medical & mental health services. Baker Act facility. Open 24/7. The National Veteran’s Crisis Hotline . . . 1-800-273-8255

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National Veterans Homeless Support. . . . . 321-208-7562 or 888-787-NVHS (6847) 7075 N. Cocoa Blvd., Suite 700, Port St. John NVHS exists to eliminate homelessness among veterans in Central Florida. They offer five signature programs that provide an appropriate hand-up for veterans in different types of hardship and assist homeless veterans in their transition back into society. nvhs.us Military OneSource. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-342-9647 Military OneSource is a free Resource Service line provided by the Department of Defense for active-duty, Guard, and Reserve service members and their families. The service is completely private and confidential, with few exceptions. militaryonesource.mil Military/Veteran Assistance (American Red Cross). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-494-2402 1150 South Hickory St., Melbourne Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; 24 hour for emergency Social Services for Military Personnel, Disaster Relief Services Offers assistance to military personnel (active/retired). Messaging to military personnel stationed away from home. Financial assistance to families in time of crisis. Also gives 24hour service during disasters. Paws for Veterans Rescuing Dogs to Rescue Heroes 1900 S. Harbor City Blvd., Suite 106 Melbourne, FL 32901 pawsforveterans.com Veterans Administration Outpatient Clinic—Brevard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-637-3788 2900 Veterans Way, Viera Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Veteran’s outpatient clinic. Ambulatory care center. Medical/mental health. Veterans Affairs Regional Loan Center. . . . 888-611-5916 Veterans Benefits Assistance. Provides assistance for veterans with a delinquent VA mortgage. Vet Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-254-3410 or 1-877-WAR VETS (877-927-8387) 2098 Sarno Rd., Melbourne Vet Center provides confidential PTSD and sexual trauma counseling, outreach, and referral services to veterans readjusting to civilian life, as well as grief counseling to the families of fallen soldiers. vetcenter.va.gov Veterans Resource Committee of the Melbourne Regional Chamber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-5400 1005 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne Justin Anderson, community liaison The Veterans Resource Committee brings together various area veterans groups and supports veteran-owned businesses. Their mission is: To serve all veterans who have honorably served our nation. veteransresourcecommittee.org facebook.com/VeteransResource

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Veterans Services Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-639-0166 4087 U.S. Highway 1, Suite 3, Rockledge Monday-Friday • 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The Veterans Services Program provides homes for veterans and disabled veterans. housingforhomeless.org Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline. . . . 1-800-273-TALK (8255), press “1” Free, 24/7 access to trained counselors. Veterans can call the Lifeline number, 1-800-273-TALK (8255), and press “1” to be routed to the Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline. Veterans Transitional Housing Facility . . . . 321-690-0805 700 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne Transitional Housing/Shelter Vietnam Veterans of Brevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-690-0805 1125 W. King St., Cocoa Occasional emergency food assistance, clothing, medical appointments transportation, homeless financial assistance programs, assistance with food, clothing, transportation, employment, entitlement claims assist., etc. Free shuttle service to Veteran’s Clinic in Orlando every Wednesday. From there, you may pick up shuttle to Veterans Hospital in Tampa. Call and make reservations at least 10 days in advance. Shuttle for North Brevard is Tuesday to Viera Clinic. Shuttle for South Brevard is Thursday to Viera Clinic. Support Group-Vietnam Veterans (Pointman Ministries). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-877-VETS (8387) Ministry helping Vietnam veterans with personal and family problems. Call for meeting times and dates. The Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-639-0166 4087 U.S. Highway 1, Suite 3, Rockledge Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Program assists veterans and their families in finding housing as rapidly as appropriate, or help them stay in their current housing. housingforhomeless.org Women Reaching Women. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-704-0034 Provides funding for professional counseling for military moms and single moms and their children. womenreachingwomenfl.org • wrw2u@aol.com

Memorials AND Tributes

Space Coast Honor Flight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321 784 - 0435 P. O. Box 560975, Rockledge FL 32956 Space Coast Honor Flight flies World War II and Korean Conflict Veterans free of charge to Washington, D.C. to visit the Memorials built in their honor. All meals and incidentals are also provided free. Trips last one day and the Veterans return home the same night of their departure. World War II Veterans have priority. For more information write or find us at www. spacecoasthonorflight.org.


The Traveling Memorial Wall: Vietnam and All Veterans of Brevard. . . . . . 321-501-6896 P.O. Box 237225, Cocoa, Greg Welsh, Wall Manager, Greg@TravelingWall.us travelingwall.us Veterans Memorial Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-2046 400 S. Sykes Creek Dr., Merritt Island Monday-Friday • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. On the water’s edge at Sykes Creek, this 2.63 - acre community river park houses a Veterans Memorial Museum and a spacious meeting room available for rental. A 335-foot boardwalk along the waterfront invites scenic viewing and fishing. For activity and facility rental information, contact the Brevard Veterans Council at 321-453-1776.

VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS

920th Rescue Wing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-494-0536 Patrick Air Force Base, Cocoa Beach Based at Patrick Air Force Base, the 920th Rescue Wing is the only Air Force Reserve Command combat-search-and-rescue unit. Their motto is “These things we do, that others may live.” Air Force Sergeants Association Chapter 557. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-917-4164 3 p.m. • 1st Wednesday Sharkey’s Lounge, The Tides, 1001 N. Hwy. A1A, PAFB American Legion Post 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-269-9959 7 p.m. • 3rd Monday, Legion 7 p.m. • 2nd Wednesday, Auxiliary 1281 N. U.S. 1, Titusville American Legion Post 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-5151 7 p.m. • 2nd Thursday 6:30 p.m. • 1st Monday 5:30 p.m. • Saturdays, Dinners 105 Ocean Blvd., Satellite Beach American Legion Post 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-636-9720 6 p.m. • 2nd Wednesday, Auxiliary 22 Legion Lane, Cocoa American Legion Post 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-2939 7 p.m. • 1st Tuesday Legion and Auxiliary 7 p.m. • 3rd Thursday American Legion Riders 6 - 8 p.m. Fridays Dinner 2909 S. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne American Legion Post 117. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-729-8089 7 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday, Auxiliary 7:30 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday, Legion 189 Veterans Dr. SE, Palm Bay

American Legion Post 163. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259-7239 7:30 p.m. • 2nd Thursday, Legion & Auxiliary 1795 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne commander@legionpost163.com American Legion Post 348. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-799-1060 6 p.m. • 3rd Thursday 6 p.m. • 1st Monday 105 Lincoln Ave., Cape Canaveral American Legion Post 359. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-1632 6 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday 6 p.m. • 1st Wednesday, Auxiliary 7260 S. U.S. 1, Bellwood AMVETS Post 893. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-639-9700 6 p.m. • 1st Monday 6 p.m. • 2nd Monday, Auxiliary 218 Hardee Lane, Rockledge Brevard Veterans Council. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-453-1776 9 a.m. • 2nd Wednesday Veterans Memorial Center 400 S. Sykes Creek Pkwy., Merritt Island veteransmemorialcenter.org VMCoperationsmgr@gmail.com Civil Air Patrol, Patrick Composite Squadron . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-494-6395 6:30 - 9 p.m. • Wednesdays Patrick South Housing Area, Bldg. 3650 200 Shearwater Pkwy., Satellite Beach USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 17-02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-626-8898 Open to U.S. citizens 18 and over. 7:30 p.m. • 2nd Wednesday $40/July to June Palm Bay Road at RR Track cgaux.org DAV Chapter 109 & Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-0109 6 p.m. • 2nd Monday 435 N. Singleton Ave., Titusville DAV Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259-4827 2265 N Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne JL Golightly Chapter General Daniel “Chappie” James Chapter Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-537-5002 11 a.m. • 3rd Saturdays (Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov) Central Brevard Library, 308 Forrest Ave. 75/Annual Membership P.O. Box 254001 Patrick AFB Florida 32925 tuskegeeairmen.org • Maloon57@aol.com Jewish War Veterans Walter I. Berlin Post 639. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-783-3027 9 a.m. • 2nd Sunday (except June, July & August) Joe’s Club, 4676 Wickham Road, Melbourne

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Space View Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-633-2046 8 Broad St., Titusville On the shore of the Indian River in downtown Titusville, this park is landscaped with artistic sculpture, foliage, palms and hardwood trees. It features a Veterans Memorial with brass plaques commemorating each war in which the United States has participated. Paved walkways, a fishing and boat dock and small dock side shelter inspire leisurely strolls to watch rocket launches.


Korean War Veterans Association Chapter #210. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-453-1776 1 p.m. • 1st Wednesday (Except June, July & August Brevard Veterans Council Building 400 Sykes Creek Pkwy., Merritt Island kwva.org Military Officers of America. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-784-8934 Cape Canaveral Chapter Meetings 8 - 9 a.m. • Thursdays Patrick Air Force Base, Golf Course Clubhouse 8 - 9 a.m. • 3rd Thursday Indian River Colony Club, 1936 Freedom Dr., Viera moaacc.org Military Order of Purple Heart Chapter 453 and Auxiliary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-453-1776 Noon • 4th Monday Veterans Memorial Center 400 S. Sykes Creek Pkwy., Merritt Island Military Society of the Blue Badge. . . . . . . . 321-242-3279 11:30 a.m. • 4th Friday (except Dec.) Indian River Colony Club, At Ease Club 1936 Freedom Dr., Viera Military Officers Association of America Cape Canaveral Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-373-7046 Noon • 3rd Tuesday (except December) PO Box 254186, Patrick AFB moaafl.org Sons of Confederate Veterans . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-3207 7 p.m. • 4th Thursday Meeting room in Meemaw’s 600 E. Eau Gallie Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #206. . . . . . . 321-724-4121 7 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday 3201 S. Dairy Rd., Melbourne C/O R. Bowman You must have served in a foreign war for the United States of America. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4536. . . . . . . 321-725-2999 4401 Dixie Highway NE, Palm Bay This veterans fraternal organization meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Veterans Memorial Center and Museum. . 321-453-1776 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Daily, free admission 8 a.m. - noon • Mon - Sat, service officers 9 a.m. • 2nd Wednesday, council meetings $50 Lifetime Member • DD214 required Veteran Admission 400 S. South Creek Parkway Merritt Island VeteransMemorialCenter.org vmcoperationsmgr@gmail.com

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VFW Satellite Post 8191. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-254-9885 6 p.m. • 3rd Monday, Post 2 p.m. • 2nd Wednesday, Women’s Auxiliary 3 p.m. • Saturdays, Steak Shoot 4130 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne VFW Post 10148. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-783-4286 6:30 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday Men’s Auxiliary 6:30 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday Post & Ladies’ Auxiliary 150 Minutemen Cswy., Cocoa Beach vfw10148.com WAVES National Women of the Sea Services Space Coast Unit #75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-3967 10:30 a.m. • 2nd Saturday (Sep - May) Indian River Colony Club 1936 Freedom Dr., Melbourne Women’s Army Corps Veterans Association, Space Coast Chapter No. 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-727-8373 1380 W. New Haven Ave., West Melbourne Service Clubs - Meets on the second Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. at the Salvation Army, 1080 S Hickory St, Melbourne. Veterans of the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps, Women’s Army Corps, Women on active duty in the Army, Army veterans or Reserves are eligible. A congressionally chartered national veterans association. Women’s Army Corps Veterans Association Space Coast Chapter #64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-727-8373 Accepts Air Force, Guards, Reserves, Active Duty & Veterans 10 - 11:30 a.m. • 2nd Saturday • Call for location $25 Annual membership dues Armywomen64.org • WACVA1976@gmail.com Women in the Air Force Space Coast Chapter 1. . . 321-254-7337 or 321-259-7239 10 a.m. • 1st Saturday American Legion Post 163 1795 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne Women Reaching Women. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-704-0034 Provides funding for professional counseling for military moms and single moms and their children. womenreachingwomenfl.org • wrw2u@aol.com

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100 Ways to Feel Younger By Christine Edwards

23. Learn a new dessert recipe. 24. Take an old friend to brunch at an Chronological age and perceived age outdoor cafe. don’t always align, and that can be a 25. Photograph beautiful sunsets. good thing. A study by JAMA Inter26. Buy tickets to see your favorite band. national Medicine found that people in 27. Connect with family on Facebook. their 60's who feel younger have lower 28. Eat exotic fruits. mortality rates. Little things can be 29. Visit a national monument. accomplished everyday that maintain Take in everything. vitality and invite long years of healthy 30. Create a bucket list. Do the items living. For instance, the mind and body one by one. can be surprisingly agile and invigorated 31. Read inspirational stories. when pampered with nature walks. 32. Repurpose a broken item. Another way to feel like you’ve turned 33. Leave treasured mementos in back the clock is to gain a sense of plain sight. fulfillment through helping other people. 34. Drink specialty coffee. Below are more simple ways to feel years 35. Tailor your clothes. younger and thereby live years longer. 36. Make a New Year’s resolution about vitality. 1. Keep in touch with old friends. 37. Visit a new museum exhibit. 2. Take weekend trips. 3. Date your significant other. 4. Do Sudoku or crossword puzzles. 5. Compliment yourself daily.

6. Go swimming. 7. Watch documentaries instead of the news. 8. Read books about unfamiliar topics. 9. Purchase luxurious bed linens. 10. Get the haircut you always wanted. 11. Restore an heirloom and give it away. 12. Volunteer at a local school. 13. Buy organic vegetables. 14. Stargaze. 15. Splurge on yourself. 16. Mentor young professionals. 17. Take the stairs. 18. Create relaxing spaces in your home. 19. Buy a bottle of wine for the couple across from you at a restaurant. 20. Wander through a garden. 21. People watch at an indie bookstore. 22. Take bubble baths. Boomer Guide Guide 2015 2015 72 ||Boomer

52. Park in the back of the parking lot. 53. Get a massage. 54. Engrave your name on treasured items. 55. Create a playlist of your favorite music. 56. Buy a round for the person in line behind you at the coffee shop. 57. Wander around a farmer’s market. 58. Purchase plush towels for everyday use. 59. Cook a homemade dinner just for you. 60. Use special items you've been saving for “one day.” Today is the day. 61. Take walks with your sweetheart. 62. Volunteer at a local pet shelter.

63. Eat sweets. 64. Wear a perfume or cologne you haven’t worn in years. 38. Watch Youtube videos that make 65. Play up the small things until they you laugh. make you smile. 39. Wear specialty lotions daily. 66. Plan a day trip that costs less than 10 40. Upgrade home furnishings. dollars. 41. Donate supplies to a school. 67. Pick a silly theme for your 42. Walk your dog daily. next birthday. 43. Send a note of encouragement 68. Watch the sunrise beachside. to someone. 69. Play old video games. 44. Grow your own herbs. 70. Have a friend over for coffee 45. Read a romance novel. and chitchat. 46. Wear jewelry from your happiest time 71. Find a small way to help a period. worthy cause. 47. Join an organization you’re 72. Make your favorite childhood passionate about. meal for dinner. 48. Break a bad habit. Celebrate in a 73. Play Wii fit with your ridiculous manner. significant other. 49. Keep fresh flowers in your home. 74. Eat vegetables. 50. Make a large purchase once you’ve 75. Mail a card to someone found the best deal. just because. 51. Clean out your garage. Give away 76. Reread your favorite book. unwanted belongings. 77. Visit the zoo.


78. Buy a bottle of wine with a name you can’t pronounce. 79. Watch a black and white movie marathon. 80. Skype family that lives far away. 81. Pet your dog or cat every chance you get. 82. Go on a picnic. 83. Write notes back and forth with your sweetheart. No talking allowed. 84. Purchase colorful accessories for your electronics. 85. Host a party. Ask guests to wear the same color clothing.

86. Do something just for yourself. Don’t feel bad about it.

87. Attend a show at a community playhouse. 88. Have inexpensive jewelry made that defines you. 89. Set a reading goal for next year. 90. Attend local festivals. 91. Host monthly trivia nights. 92. Play up your favorite trait for an entire day. 93. Donate your favorite childhood book to a local group home. 94. Reduce television time by half. 95. Say yes to something you normally wouldn’t do. 96. Order custom stationary for personal use. 97. Unplug all electronics for one day. 98. Leave your sweetheart a heartwarming message daily. 99. Take in the serenity of a national park. 100. Thank people when they warm your heart.

Here’s to your youth!

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senior Living Buena Vida Estates see page 77, 79, ad page 80

Inspired Living at Palm Bay see page 82, ad page 2

Victoria Landing ASSISTED LIVING see page 79 Boomer Guide Guide 2015 2015 74 ||Boomer


THE Town Square Wuesthoff ASSISTED LIVING

Active 55+ Retirement Communities.....................................76 & Gated Communities Apartment Living/Independent..................................................77

see page 79 Assisted Living ...................................................................................................77 Brevard County Map................................................................................78 RV Parks for 50+................................................................................................80 Skilled Nursing Care and Rehabilitation......................80 Alzheimer’s & Memory Care ............................................................81 Adult Family Care Homes....................................................................82 Community-Based Services................................................................82

CourtEnAy SpringS Village see page 77, 79, 80 ad page 79

To see the digital listing of Brevard’s Senior Living Tour of retirement communities, visit myseniorlife.com or go to TheBoomerSeniorGuide.com

Brevard County’s Emergency Evacuation Shelter Information......................... 95 TheBoomerSeniorGuide.com |

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Directory contents


ACTIVE 55+ RETIREMENT & GATED Communities

Retirement communities throughout Brevard, specifically for those ages 55 and over.

NORTH BREVARD

SWAN LAKE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-0991 3406 Skimmer Lane, Titusville, FL 32796 swanlakeflorida.com SAN MATEO VILLAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-2404 5205 Sisson Rd., Titusville, FL 32796

INDIAN OAKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-636-9683 780 Barnes Blvd., Rockledge, FL 32955 ISLAND LAKES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 888-437-6193 4499 Wood Stork Dr., Merritt Island, FL 32953 4islandlakes.com LOST LAKES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-639-3245 140 Lost Lakes Dr., Cocoa, FL 32926 indian River Colony Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-6000 Active 55+ retired predominately military community 1936 Freedom Dr, Melbourne, FL 32940 indianrivercolonyclub.com

PINEWOOD VILLAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-267-0933 42 Pinewood Pl., Mims, FL 32754 pinewoodvillagebrevard.com

MERRITT ISLAND VILLAGE RESORT. . . . . . . 321-452-4684 327 Silver Oaks Ave., Merritt Island, FL 32952

CENTRAL BREVARD

SOUTH BREVARD

BRENNITY AT MELBOURNE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-426-1734 7300 Watersong Lane, Melbourne, FL 32940 sagora.com/brennity-melbourne FOREST LAKES OF COCOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-636-4513 113 Rosewood Dr., Cocoa, FL 32926 forestlakesofcocoa.org GRAND ISLE AT VIERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-752-7144 1910 Grand Isle Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32940 HERITAGE ISLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-576-0264 6800 Legacy Blvd., Viera, FL 32940 heritageisleclub.com

HOLLYWOOD ESTATES, INC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1100 4301 Kimberly Cir., West Melbourne, FL 32904 HOMES OF PONCE DE LEON. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-2828 125 Ponce de Leon Dr., Indialantic, FL 32903 LAKEWOOD VILLAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-0083 3171 Hanson Ave., Melbourne, FL 32901 LEISURE LIVING ESTATES CONDO ASSOCIATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-725-8847 2580 S. Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951 ORANGE MANOR MOBILE HOME PARK . . 321-254-8631 1621 Orange Manor Dr., Melbourne, FL 32934

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PORT MALABAR HOLIDAY PARK RECREATION DISTRICT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-2240 215 Holiday Park Blvd. NE, Palm Bay, FL 32907 QUAIL RUN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-984-0786 2445 Eber Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32904 quailrunretirement.com THE LAKES OF MELBOURNE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-725-5500 4000 Hollywood Blvd., West Melbourne, FL 32904 THE VILLAGE OF PONCE DE LEON. . . . . . . . 321-723-4139 2730 S. Hwy. A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951

Buena Vida Estates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-0060 2129 West New Haven Ave., Melbourne, FL 32904 BuenaVidaEstates.org CENTURY OAKS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-722-4440 4001 Stack Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901 century-oaks.org GLENBROOKE AT PALM BAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-3330 815 Briar Creek Blvd. NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905 glenbrookeseniorliving.com SONATA AT MELBOURNE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-499-2717 3260 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32935 sonatamelbourne.com

MICCO/BAREFOOT BAY

SOUTHLAKE TOWERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-725-2386 5501 Pinewood Dr. NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905

BAREFOOT BAY RECREATION DISTRICT . . 772-664-3141 625 Barefoot Blvd., Barefoot Bay, FL 32976 bbrd.org

The Fountains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-473-9474 4451 Stack Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901 kiscoseniorliving.com/communities_fountains.asp

PELICAN BAY MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-664-3138 8600 US Highway 1, Sebastian, FL 32976

TRINITY TOWERS EAST & WEST . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-7512 650 and 700 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne, FL 32901

SNUG HARBOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-663-5832 7645 Kyak Court, Sebastian, FL 32976

APARTMENT LIVING/ Independent

Apartment-style living, usually with other amenities such as laundry, cleaning and meals.

NORTH BREVARD

ROYAL PALMS SENIOR APARTMENTS . . . . 321-264-2017 911 S. Park Ave., Titusville, Fl 32780 royalpalmssenior.com SAND POINT Senior Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-383-6000 1800 Harrison Street, Titusville, FL 32780 brookdaleliving.com TITUSVILLE TOWERS, 62+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-8965 405 Indian River Ave., Titusville, FL 32796 titusvilletowers.com

CENTRAL BREVARD

BRENNITY AT MELBOURNE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-426-1734 7300 Watersong Lane, Melbourne, FL 32940 sagora.com/brennity-melbourne COURTENAY SPRINGS VILLAGE . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-1233 1200 S. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island, FL 32952 courtenayspringsvillage.org WESTMINSTER ASBURY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-632-4943 1430 Dixon Blvd., Cocoa, FL 32922 westminsterretirement.com

SOUTH BREVARD

ASCENSION MANOR SENIOR HOUSING . .321-757-9828 2960 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne, FL 32935

TRINITY TOWERS SOUtTH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-8620 615 E. New Haven Ave., Melbourne, FL 32901

ASSISTED LIVING

Licensed housing facilities providing 24-hour limited health care and assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing and medication management.

NORTH BREVARD

BENTON HOUSE OF TITUSVILLE. . . . . . . . . . 321-383-2112 497 N. Washington Ave., Titusville, FL 32796 bentonhouse.com

LILAC HOUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-289-4459 1770 S. Lilac Circle, Titusville, FL 32796 RIVERVIEW RETIREMENT CENTER . . . . . . . . 321-383-2125 4470 S. Washington Ave., Titusville, FL 32780 SAND POINT Senior Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-383-6000 1800 Harrison Street, Titusville, FL 32780 brookdaleliving.com TITUSVILLE TOWERS, 62+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-8965 405 Indian River Ave., Titusville, FL 32796 titusvilletowers.com

CENTRAL BREVARD

ANGEL GUARDIAN ASSISTED LIVING. . . . . 321-223-8371 280 Bahama Dr., Merritt Island, FL 32952 angelguardianinc.com BRENNITY AT MELBOURNE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-426-1734 7300 Watersong Lane, Melbourne, FL 32940 sagora.com/brennity-melbourne CASUAL COUNTRY LIVING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-632-9622 4801 Mango Ave., Cocoa, FL 32926 casualcountryliving.com TheBoomerSeniorGuide.com |

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PALM BAY ESTATES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-3353 3092 Indian River Dr. NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905


72 miles of Paradise Search for your home on this senior Living tour

Carefree communities help us add years to our lives and – more importantly – add life to our years. Do you have all the special friends and family members surrounding you that you would like to have? Why not send your folks from the North a copy of the 2015 Boomer Guide as a subtle hint that it’s time to move to Florida and get started living right. Living right means choosing a place to live that is low or no maintenance. It’s time to let others mow the grass and clear plugged toilets.

SPACE CENTER

Why not be proactive and nurture relationships with new neighbors who are on the same carefree page in life as you? Many boomer-senior communities have great activities both in common rooms and as organized day-trips — with or without martinis along the way, a designated driver at the wheel, of course. Many carefree communities are located on golf courses or other recreationally-themed grounds. If you have a special interest, there is a carefree community for you.

FORCE BASE

The Space Coast is the perfect place to enjoy what used to be our Golden Years. These days, boomers have no interest in going quietly into their retirement years, and don’t call them senior citizens, even if they have reached the magical Medicare age. To keep our bodies healthy and functional through our last vibrant breath, more doctors, specialists, surgeons and other healthcare providers set up shop each year to target mature lifestyles. The Space Coast has the best medical community in existence, many providing services within the walls of carefree communities, with a plan for aging in place so you never have to relocate again. ◆

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COURTENAY SPRINGS VILLAGE . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-1233 1200 S. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island, FL 32952 courtenayspringsvillage.org FRIENDS AT HOME. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-449-9639 3680 Canaveral Groves Blvd., Cocoa, FL 32926 charisalg.com HORIZON HOUSE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-704-4458 119 W. Suwanee Lane, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931 charisalg.com JACOB’S LADDER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-636-1911 946 Brunswick Lane, Rockledge, Fl 32955 jacobsladderfamily.com

SOUTH BREVARD

BETHESDA ON TURKEY CREEK . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-3288 2800 Fordham Rd., NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905 bethesdaonturkeycreek.com Buena Vida Estates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-0060 2129 West New Haven Ave., Melbourne, FL 32904 BuenaVidaEstates.org CENTURY OAKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-722-4440 4001 Stack Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901 CLARKE’S ASSISTED LIVING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-3096 48 Emerson Dr. NW, Palm Bay, FL 32907 EDEN’S GARDEN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-499-3522 1598 Giles St. NW, Palm Bay, FL 32907 THE ELMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-951-2272 1740 Elmhurst Cir. SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909

La Casa Senior Assisted Living. . . . . . . 321-449-8880 220 N. Grove St., Merritt Island, FL 32953 lacasaassistedliving.com

EMERITUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-244-2662 1765 W. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901

OUR HOUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-704-4458 315 Wainai Dr., Merritt Island, FL 32953

FLORIDA SHORE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-726-8070 2155 Keystone Ave., West Melbourne, FL 32904

OPEN ARMS WITH LOVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-632-4955 834 Faull Dr., Rockledge, FL 32955 openarmswithlove.com

GLENBROOKE AT PALM BAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-3330 815 Briar Creek Blvd. NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905

PALACE RETIREMENT HOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-639-0004 965 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge, FL 32955 Palm Cottages Assisted Living and Memory care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-633-1819 3821 Sunnyside Ct., Rockledge, FL 32955 Palm-Cottages.com SHERWOOD HOUSE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-704-4458 2465 E. Sherwood Cir., Cocoa, FL 32926 charisalg.com SMILES AND LOVING CARE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-454-4624 1065 Garden Rd., Merritt Island, FL 32952

GOLDEN WINGS DARROW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-676-6331 1351 Darrow Rd. SW, Palm Bay, FL 32908

Live the Intra-coastal Lifestyle! 55+ RESORT LIFESTYLE NO ENTRANCE FEE

SONATA AT MELBOURNE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-600-4747 3260 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32935 sonatamelbourne.com The TOWN SQUARE Wuesthoff assisted Living. . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-6030 1700 Wuesthoff Dr., Melbourne, FL 32940 wuesthoff.com/locations/town-square-wuesthoffassisted-living-viera TRINITY HOUSE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-745-2126 775 Montego Bay Dr. South, Merritt Island, FL 32953 Victoria Landing ASSISTED LIVING . . . 321-622-6730 1279 Houston St., Melbourne, FL 32935 victorialanding.com

Where longevity of staff and a caring environment go hand in hand

Viera Manor Assisted Living. . . . 321-735-8850 3325 Bresley Drive, Viera, FL 32940

1200 S. Courtenay Parkway, Merritt Island

321-452-1233

Visit courtenayspringsvillage.org

ACTIVE COMMUNITY IN A TROPICAL SETTING A Place to Laugh ... A Place to Refresh ... A Place to Make Friends ... A Place to Have Fun!

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CEDAR CREEK ASSISTED LIVING. . . . . . . . . . 321-454-7768 4279 Judith Ave., Merritt Island, FL 32953 cedarcreekalf.org


HIBISCUS COURT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-951-1050 540 East Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901 hibiscuscourtmelbourne.com SOUTHLAND SUITES OF MELBOURNE . . . 321-255-5443 2680 Croton Road, Melbourne, FL 32935 STERLING HOUSE WEST MELBOURNE. . . . 321-953-6464 7300 Greenboro Dr., West Melbourne, FL 32904 brookdaleliving.com STERLING HOUSE WEST MELBOURNE II. . 321-725-3100 7200 Greenboro Dr., West Melbourne, FL 32904 The Fountains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-984-1494 4451 Stack Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901 kiscoseniorliving.com/communities_fountains.asp

RV PARKS FOR 50+

SKILLED NURSING Care & Rehab

Licensed long-term care (nursing homes) and in-patient rehabilitation facilities.

NORTH BREVARD Royal Oaks Nursing & Rehab . . . . . . . . . 321-267-0060 2225 Knox McRae Dr., Titusville, FL 32780 Titusville Rehabilitation & Nursing Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-5720 1705 Jess Parrish Ct., Titusville, FL 32796 Vista Manor Nursing Home. . . . . . . . . . 321-269-2200 1550 Jess Parrish Ct., Titusville, FL 32796

CENTRAL BREVARD

The Brennity at Melbourne. . . . . . . . . . 321-426-1734 7300 Watersong Lane, Melbourne, FL 32940 sagora.com/brennity-melbourne

NORTH BREVARD

Great Outdoors Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-5524 137 Plantation Dr., Titusville, FL 32780

Courtenay Springs Village . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-1233 1200 S. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island, FL 32952 courtenayspringsvillage.org

Willow Lakes RV Park Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-7440 2852 Willow Lakes Lane, Titusville, FL 32796

Health Center of Merritt Island. . . . 321-454-4035 500 Crockett Blvd., Merritt Island, FL 32953

CENTRAL BREVARD

Island Health and Rehab. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-453-0202 125 Alma Blvd., Merritt Island, FL 32953

Casa Loma Estates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-254-2656 6560 US Highway 1, Melbourne, FL 32940 Sonrise Village RV Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-0305 245 Flamingo Drive, Cocoa, FL 32926

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Viera Health & Rehab Center. . . . . . . . . 321-752-1000 8050 Spyglass Hill Rd. Melbourne, FL 32940


Anchor Care and  Rehabilitation Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-1235 1515 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905 anchorcareandrehab.com/

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Benton House of Titusville. . . . . . . . . . 321-383-2112 497 N. Washington Ave., Titusville, FL 32796 bentonhouse.com

Atlantic Shores Rehab Center. . . . . . .321-953-2219 4251 Stack Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901 atlanticshoresrehab.com

CENTRAL BREVARD Autumn House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-1006 7999 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera, FL 32940 autumnhouseflorida.com

Avante Nursing and Rehabilitation Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-723-3215 1420 S. Oak St., Melbourne, FL 32901 avantecenters.com

Brennity at Melbourne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-426-1734 7300 Watersong Lane, Viera, FL 32940 sagora.com/brennity-melbourne

Carnegie Gardens Nursing Center . 321-723-1321 1415 S. Hickory St., Melbourne, FL 32901 gchc.com

Clare Bridge West Melbourne. . . . . . . 321-951-4455 7199 Greenboro Dr. West Melbourne, FL 32904 brookdaleliving.com

Consulate Health Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-255-9200 3033 Sarno Rd., Melbourne, FL 32934 consulatehealthcare.com

Health Center Of Merritt Island. . . . 321-454-4035 500 Crockett Blvd., Merritt Island, FL 32953

Life Care Center of Melbourne. . . . . . 321-727-0984 606 E. Sheridan Road, Melbourne, FL 32901 Life Care Center of Palm Bay. . . . . . . . . 321-952-1818 175 Villa Nueva Ave., Palm Bay, FL 32907

La Casa Senior Assisted Living. . . . . . . 321-449-8880 220 N. Grove St., Merritt Island, FL 32953 lacasaassistedliving.com

Melbourne Terrace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-725-3990 251 Florida Ave., Melbourne, FL 32901 melbourneterracerehab.com

Life Care Center of Melbourne. . . . . . 321-727-0984 606 E. Sheridan Road, Melbourne, FL 32901 Palm Cottages ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-633-1819 3821 Sunnyside Ct., Rockledge, FL 32955 Palm-Cottages.com

The Palms Rehabilitation. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-722-0660 5405 Babcock St. NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905 West Melbourne Health and Rehabilitation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-725-7360 2125 W. New Haven Ave., West Melbourne, FL 32904

Sonata at Melbourne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-499-2717 3260 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32935 sonatamelbourne.com

Wuesthoff Progressive Care . . . . . . . 321-752-1000 8050 Spyglass Road, Viera, FL 32940

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Eden’s garden ALF, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-499-3522 1598 Giles St. NW, Palm Bay, FL 32907 Freeman’s Family Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-956-3190 1771 Half Moon St. NW, Palm Bay, FL 32907

Inspired Living at Palm bay

A VALIDUS MEMORY CARE COMMUNITY . . . . . . . . 321-473-6190 60380 Malabar Rd. SW, Palm Bay, FL 32907 www.inspiredlivingpalmbay.com

GOLDEN WINGS WENDEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-6623 3116 Wendel Rd. SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909

Life Care Center of Melbourne. . . . . . 321-727-0984 606 E. Sheridan Rd., Melbourne, FL 32901

COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES

Life Care Center of Palm Bay. . . . . . . . . 321-952-1818 175 Villa Nueva Ave., Palm Bay, FL 32907

Your Care Brevard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-757-6970 Long Term Care Nursing Home Diversion 4676 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne, FL 32935 yourcarebrevard.org

ADULT FAMILY CARE HOMES

Licensed residential homes providing room, board and personal care for up to five people in a family-style environment.

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NORTH BREVARD

First Class Adult Family Care. . . . . . . . 321-264-6357 3717 Chiara Dr., Titusville, FL 32796 Tranquility Haven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-543-5911 1346 Wilderness Lane, Titusville, FL 32796

CENTRAL BREVARD

Trinity House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-745-2126 775 S. Montego Bay Dr. S, Merritt Island, FL 32953

7999 Spyglass Hill Rd, Viera Assisted Living Facility #9049

Tuscany House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-704-0300 5806 Indigo Crossing Drive, Viera, FL 32940

LNS and ECC licensure to preserve “aging in place.”

Autumn House provides its residents with exceptional quality of life through compassionate care, upholding dignity, and meeting their individual needs throughout their lives.

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Alzheimer’s/Dementia .86 Amputee......................................86 Arthritis.....................................86 Assault and Abuse Survivors...............86 Children Bereavement.87 Brain Injury............................87 Cancer..........................................87 SUPPORT GROUPS................87 Cardiac.......................................88 Caregiving..............................88 Compulsive Gambling.89 Crohn’s/Colitis.................89 Diabetes.......................................89 Divorce........................................89 Domestic Violence.......89 SUPPORT GROUPS................89 Eating Disorders.............91 Epilepsy..........................................91 Fibromyalgia........................91

Grandparenting Support........................................91 SUPPORT GROUPS................91 Laryngectomy..................92 Lou Gehrig’s Disease / ALS.......................................................92 Mental Health ..................92 Multiple Sclerosis..........93 Osteoporosis.......................93 PARKINSON’S.............................93 Polio................................................93 RELATIONSHIPS.......................93 Scleroderma........................93 Sleep Disorders..................93 Stroke............................................93 Substance Abuse...............93 SUICIDE...........................................93 Vision..............................................93 Widow / Widowers......93 SUPPORT GROUPS................93

Gluten .........................................91

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Alzheimer’s/Dementia

All Men’s Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-4430 9:30 - 11 a.m. • Monday Joe’s Club Central, 4676 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne info@brevardalzheimers.org • brevardalzheimers.org Alzheimer’s/Dementia Family. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-7625 Caregiver Support Group 11 a.m. - Noon • Thursday 3661 S. Babcock St., Melbourne centerforfamilycaregivers.org Alzheimer’s Dementia Support. . . . . . . . . . . 772-664-9996 1 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday Joe’s Club South, 951 Ron Beatty Blvd., Micco brevardalzheimers.org Alzheimer’s Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-4430 1 - 2 p.m. • Every Thursday Joe’s Club Central, 4676 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne info@brevardalzheimers.org • brevardalzheimers.org Dementia Support Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4341 10:30 a.m. - Noon • 1st & 3rd Wednesday Sunflower House, Merritt Square Mall Memories Forever Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-7625 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. • Thursday The Center for Family Caregivers 3661 South Babcock St., Melbourne

Assault and Abuse Survivors

Childhood Sexual Abuse/Incest Survivor Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-3110 5:30 - 7 p.m. • Monday Women’s Center, 1425 Aurora Rd., Melbourne womenscenterinbrevard.org Domestic Violence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-3110 10 - 11:30 a.m. • Monday Women’s Center, 425 Aurora Rd., Melbourne Domestic Violence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-607-6811 6 - 7:30 p.m. • Monday 400 Julia St., Titusville Kool Kids. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-3110 Witness to abuse and victims of domestic violence 4 - 5 p.m. • Monday Women’s Center, 1425 Aurora Rd., Melbourne Kool Kids. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-607-6811 Witness to abuse and victims of domestic violence 4 - 5 p.m. • Monday Parrish Medical Center, 3rd floor 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville Self Esteem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-3110 9 - 10:30 a.m. • Thursday Women’s Center, 1425 Aurora Rd., Melbourne

Bereavement/GrieF support

Caring For The Caregiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-6326 Support Group & Resource Center 10 - 11 a.m. • 2nd & 4th Thursday One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera

Adult Bereavement . . . . . 321-269-4240 or 866-269-4240 1 - 2 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Wednesday Rockledge Presbyterian Church, 921 Rockledge Dr., Rockledge

Amputee

Adult Bereavement . . . . . 321-269-4240 or 866-269-4240 1 - 2 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Thursday Hospice of St. Francis, 1250 Grumman Place, Titusville

Amputee Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-984-4600 1 p.m. • 1st Tuesday HealthSouth Sea Pines Rehab Hospital 101 E. Florida Ave., Melbourne

Arthritis

Aerobics Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. • Tuesday & Thursday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay gpbsc.org Chair Yoga Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. • Thursday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay Joint Therapy Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-724-1338 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. • Tuesday & Thursday Greater Palm Bay Senior Center, 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay

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Adult Bereavement . . . . . 321-269-4240 or 866-269-4240 3 - 4 p.m. • Mondays Hospice of St. Francis, 4875 North Wickham Rd., Melbourne Barefoot Bay Grief. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-664-9996 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Wednesday Joe’s Club South, 7951 Ron Beatty Blvd., Micco Bereavement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4341 2:30 - 4 p.m. • 1st Thursday Sunflower House, Merritt Square Mall, Merritt Island Suddenly Alone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-1744 2:30 p.m. • 1st Thursday Hospice of Health First, 1900 Dairy Rd., Melbourne Compassionate Friends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-610-7875 (Support group for parents who have lost a child.) —Melbourne, 7 - 9 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday Courtyard by Marriott, 2101 W. New Haven Ave. —Cocoa Beach, 6 - 8 p.m. • 1st Tuesday Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 525 Minuteman Cswy.


Survivors of Suicide Evening Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-2222 6 p.m. • 2nd Thursday Wuesthoff Hospice & Palliative Care, 8060 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera

Getting Together Social Luncheon Group. 321-253-2222 —Central Brevard, 11:30 a.m. • 2nd Friday —South Brevard, 11:30 a.m. • 4th Wednesday

Widows and Friends of South Brevard. . . . 321-254-2007 1 p.m. • Wednesdays every week St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 2030 A1A, Indialantic

Good Grief Breakfast Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-752-2534 (For men, open to the community) 9 - 10:30 a.m. • 1st & 3rd Thursday Bob Evans, 895 Palm Bay Rd. NW, West Melbourne

Working Through Grief. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-1744 6 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday Hospice of Health First, 1900 Dairy Rd., Melbourne

Grief Share . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-6702 ext. 405 6 - 8 p.m. • Tuesday Park Ave. Baptist Church, 600 S. Park Ave., Titusville griefshare.org Grief & Share. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-267-3113 2 - 3:30 p.m. • 1st Wednesday (Jan. to March) Great Outdoors Community Church, 44 Plantation Dr., Titusville Holding the Grieving Heart Sharing the Way Through. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321- 254-0313 6 - 7:30 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Tuesday Unity Church of Melbourne 1745 Trimble Rd., Melbourne Living With Loss. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-751-6671 10 - 11:30 a.m. • 2nd & 4th Thursday One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera Moving Along. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321- 434-1744 1 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday Hospice of Health First , 1900 Dairy Rd., Melbourne Never Alone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-727-3131 For single people 55 and older 7 p.m. • Every Monday 3rd Monday group meets off-site – call for location Peace Lutheran Church of Palm Bay 1801 Port Malabar Blvd., Palm Bay office@peacelutheranpb.org • peacelutheranpb.org Safe Place Rockledge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-2222 10:30 a.m. • 2nd & 4th Tuesday Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge brevardhospice.org

Children Bereavement North Star Children’s Program 321-264-1687 Ages 3 to 18. For grieving children and their families Pre-registration required. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Littles: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month Middles: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month Teens: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month Grieving Children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-733-7672 Ages 5 to 12 and families, 13 to 17 and families, 18 to 25 and families Bright Star, 3661 S. Babcock St., Melbourne Please register 321-733-7672, cynthia.koppler@health-first.org terry.musso@health-first.org • health-first.org Youth Grief Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-2222 A Special Kind of Caring Call to request a consult with our youth specialist Youth Adult Grief. . . . . . . . . . 321-264-1687, 866-269-4240 (age18 to 30) Call to register 6:30 to 8 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Wednesday

Brain Injury

Brain Injury. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-984-4600 6:30 p.m. • Last Thursday Health South Sea Pines Rehabilitation Hospital Cafeteria, 101 E. Florida Ave., Melbourne

Cancer

Safe Place West Melbourne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-253-2222 10:30 a.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday West Melbourne Public Library, 2755 Wingate Blvd.

Friend to Friend Support Group . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-4335 7 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Tuesday 1350 Hickory St., Melbourne Holmes Regional Medical Center, Cancer Program Office

Safe Place Evening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-2222 6 p.m. • 1st & 3rd Thursday Wuesthoff Hospice & Palliative Care 8060 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera

Road to Recovery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-227-2345 Cancer patients need a ride to treatment American Cancer Society 24 hr. hotline

Social Support Groups. . . 321-269-4240 or 866-869-4240 Men’s Breakfast • 1st Wednesday Ladies Luncheon • 1st Thursday New Beginning Luncheon (men & women) • 3rd Thursday Call for locations

General Cancer Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-8837 Noon • 1st Friday (light lunch served) 1430 S. Pine St., Melbourne mfiol@cancercarebrevard.com • cancercarebrevard.com

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Growing Through Grief. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-752-2534 3:30 - 5 p.m. Lutheran Church of the Resurrection 525 Minuteman Causeway, Cocoa Beach


General Cancer Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-8837 Noon • 2nd Friday (light lunch served) Cancer Care Center, 215 Cone Rd., Merritt Island mfiol@cancercarebrevard.com • cancercarebrevard.com

Pulmonary Hypertension. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6800 3 - 5 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday Grace United Methodist Church 65 Needle Blvd., Merritt Island

General Cancer Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-8837 Noon • 3rd Friday (light lunch served) Cancer Care Center, 13050 U.S. 1, Sebastian cancercarebrevard.com • mfiol@cancercarebrevard.com

Caregiving

Cancer Resource Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-8929 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Monday - Friday Holmes Regional Medical Center,1350 Hickory St., Melbourne Central Brevard Breast Cancer. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-806-4121 6 - 8 p.m. • 4th Tuesday First Baptist Church of Merritt Island, 140 Magnolia Ave., Merritt Island Central Brevard Breast Cancer. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-693-1131 Monthly luncheons various locations 11:30 a.m. • 2nd Wednesday karenpresta@yahoo.com Live Life Now/ Leukemia or Lymphoma. . . 321-434-7227 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. • 4th Tuesday Holmes Regional Medical Center,1350 Hickory St., Melbourne Cancer Program Office, Conference Room (A Entrance) Look Good, Feel Better . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-227-9954 A free program that helps women offset appearance-related changes from cancer treatment cancer.org Parrish Partners Cancer Pathways Toward Cancer Survivorship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6111 x 3544 4 - 5:30 p.m. • 3rd Monday Parrish Medical Center Conference Center 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville Look Good, Feel Better . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-5801 6 - 8 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday Pro-Health & Fitness Center, Merritt Island Man to Man Prostate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-227-2345 American Cancer Society for details

Cardiac

Congestive Heart Failure/ Stroke . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6800 Parrish Health Village West: Heritage Hall 931 W. Washington Ave., Titusville 2 - 4 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday Mended Hearts Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . 321-636-2052 Noon • 4th Saturday Wuesthoff Medical Center, 110 Longwood Ave., Rockledge Mended Hearts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-799-7111 1 - 3 p.m. • 2nd Saturday (excepts holidays) Cape Canaveral Hospital 701 W. Cocoa Beach Cswy., Cocoa Beach Medical Plaza, room B and C.

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Alzheimer’s Caregiver . . . 321-773-2783 or 321-777-8522 6:30 p.m. • 2nd Tuesday Holy Name of Jesus, 3050 N. Hwy AIA, Indialantic Caregiver Academy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6800 10 - 11 a.m. • 2nd Thursday Heritage Hall, Parrish Health Village West 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville Caregiver Group South. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-664-9996 1 p.m. • Tuesday Joe’s Club South, Brevard Alzheimer’s Foundation 7951 Ron Beatty Blvd., Micco brevardalzheimers.org Caregiver Tea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-4430 1 p.m. • 3rd Wednesday Casa Christian Center Family Home, 163 Atlantic Ave., Indialantic Caregiver Support Group. . . . . . . 321-268-6111 ext. 3544 4 - 5:30 p.m. • 3rd Monday PMC Conference Center, 951 N. Washington Ave, Titusville Caregiver Life Transitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4341 1:30 - 3 p.m. • Tuesday Sunflower House, Merritt Square Mall Caregiver to Caregiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-7625 11 a.m. • Thursday HealthFirst Center for Family Caregivers 3661 S. Babcock St., Melbourne centerforfamilycaregivers.org Caregiver Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6800 9:30 - 11 a.m. • 1st and 3rd Thursday Parrish Medical Center Heritage Hall, Health Village West Caregivers Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-267-3113 Caregiver Education and Resource Program 321-269-4240 x330, 866-269-4240 Classes are held throughout Brevard County on various days. Empowered Caregivers Support Group . . 321-434-7625 11 a.m. • Thursday Health First Center for Family Caregivers 3661 S. Babcock St., Melbourne centerforfamilycaregivers.org Legacy Harbor Caregiver Support . . . . . . . . 321-751-6771 9 a.m. • 2nd Friday One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera Purple Balloon Alzheimer’s Awareness Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-4430 Events, classes and lectures. 9 a.m. • 2nd Friday 4676 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne purpleballoon.org


SUPPORT GROUPS Who Cares For The Caregiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-752-2533 10 a.m. • 2nd & 4th Thursday One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera Purple Balloon Alzheimer's Awareness Center

Compulsive Gambling

Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling 888-ADMIT-IT (24-hour helpline). . . . . . . . . . 888-236-4848

Crohn’s/Colitis

Brevard Crohn’s and Colitis Support . . . . . . 321-952-4514 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. • 4th Wednesday (January, April, July and October) Melbourne Public Library, 540 Fee Ave., Melbourne

Diabetes

Diabetes Support Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6699 3 - 4 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday Parrish Medical Center Conference Center Diabetes Support Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-434-8169 11 a.m. • 3rd Wednesday Palm Bay Hospital – private dining room

Divorce

Divorce Recovery. . . . . . . . . . 321-302-0717, 321-508-9800 Workshop for those divorced, separated, widowed or ending a significant relationship. 12-week phase (small fee). 7 - 9 p.m. • Tuesday Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 106 N. Riverside Dr., Indialantic divorceandrecovery.org

Divorce Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-269-6702 6:30 - 8 p.m. • Wednesday (13 weeks) Park Avenue Baptist Church, 2600 Park Ave., Titusville Divorce Care Groups Locations and times vary go to divorcecare.com

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-617-7555 State Attorney Victim Services 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Bldg. D, Viera The Women’s Center The client services program provides basic needs and services such as peer counseling, educational workshops, information and referral for women and their families that are at risk. 1425 Aurora Road, Melbourne . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-242-3110 725 S. DeLeon Ave., Ste. 116, Titusville.. . . . . . 321-607-6811 womenscenterinbrevard.org Serene Harbor Domestic Violence Shelter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-726-8282 Psycho-educational and support group • 6 p.m. • Wednesday A group is available for children age 5 and older. Child care for those 5 and under. Call for location. sereneharbor.org

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Anorexia, Bulimia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-259-6842 Support group sponsored by Brevard County chapter of ANAD (Anorexia Nervosa and associated disorders) BrevardANAD@aol.com • Lori Licker Overeaters Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 338-5838 Space Coast Intergroup of OA • oaspacecoast.org — Indialantic Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 106 N. Riverside Dr. 7 - 8 p.m. • Tuesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-727-7442 —Indian Harbour Beach 9:30 a.m. • 2nd Saturday Holy Name of Jesus Church, Rm. 4, 3050 N. Hwy A1A —Palm Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-427-9423 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. • Thursday Our Lady of Grace Church, 300 Malabar Rd. Room 2 —Port St. John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-266-1910 9:30 a.m. • Saturday Port St. John Public Library, 6500 Carole Ave. —Titusville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-289-6200 7 p.m. • Monday Hope Community Fellowship, 2929 Cheney Highway

—Rockledge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-784-5370 7:30 p.m. • Sunday Circles of Care, 1770 Cedar St. —Sebastian. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-663-9169 10 - 11 a.m. • Tuesday Roseland United Methodist Church, 12962 Roseland Rd.

Epilepsy

Epilepsy Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-253-4112 6 - 7 p.m. • 4th Tuesday Advent Lutheran Church, 7550 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne epilepsyassociation.com

Fibromyalgia

Fibro Friends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-728-3150 11:30 a.m. • 3rd Tuesday

Gluten

Gluten Intolerance Support Group. . . . . . . . 321-452-4341 1 - 3 p.m. • 2nd Sunday Cape Canaveral Hospital, 701 W. Cocoa Beach Cswy.

Grandparenting Support

GRAND Parenting Again . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4341 11 a.m. - noon • 2nd Thursday Sunflower House, Merritt Square Mall 777 E. Merritt Island Cswy., Merritt Island

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Eating Disorders


Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. . . . . 321-631-7776 grandparentsraisinggrandchildren.org —Central Brevard Beachside 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • 3rd Thursday Memaw’s, 600 E. Eau Gallie Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach —Central Brevard 9:30 a.m. • 3rd Tuesday GRG of Brevard office, 123 Barton Blvd., suite 102., Rockledge —North Brevard 10 a.m. • 2nd Tuesday Senior Solutions office, 805-B Century Medical Dr., Titusville —South Brevard 6:30 p.m. • 3rd Thursday Memaw’s, 4916 Babcock Blvd., Palm Bay

Laryngectomy

Space Coast Nu-Voice Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-536-0831 A support group for laryngectomy patients and families.

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Lou Gehrig’s Disease / ALS

Florida Chapter Resource Group.888-257-1717, Ext. 109 2 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday Sea Pines, Auditorium, 101 E. Florida Ave., Melbourne

Mental Health

Bipolar Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-452-4080 7 p.m. • Tuesday Faith Lutheran Church, 280 E. Merritt Ave., Merritt Island People with Mental Health Issues. . . . . . . . . 321-549-8761 1:45 - 3 p.m. • Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday (no meeting the last Saturday of month) Brevard Drop-In Center, 268 North Babcock St., Melbourne SCAT Bus route #1 jean@brevard-drop-in-center.org • brevard-drop-in-center.org The National Alliance on Mental Illness Information Helpline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-950-6264


NAMI Spacecoast - Cocoa. . . . 321-453-4462, 321-267-8214 6 - 7:45 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday Central Brevard Library and Reference Center 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa

Multiple Sclerosis

MS Support Group Cocoa Chapter. . . . . . . . 321-636-0235 2 p.m. • 2nd Sunday Central Brevard Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa MS Support Group Eau Gallie Chapter. . . . 321-636-0235 2 p.m. • 4th Sunday MIMA Gateway Medical Complex, 1223 Gateway Dr., Melbourne www.cbmsgroup.org

Osteoporosis

Bone Walker’s Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-6458 (Osteoporosis Support & Exercise) 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. • Monday (fee) Satellite Beach Rec. Dept., 1089 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach

PARKINSON’S

Parkinson’s Support Group of North Brevard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6800 2 - 4 p.m. • 3rd Friday Heritage Hall, Parrish Health Village West 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville

Polio

Post Polio Support Group of Brevard. . . . . .321-725-9179 Noon • Meetings on even number of months 2nd Saturday Lobster Shanty, 2200 S. Orlando Ave., Cocoa Beach bbdeere@aol.com or deere@aol.com

RELATIONSHIPS

Codependents Anonymous (CoDA). . . . . . . 321-223-3043 The purpose is for men and women to develop healthy relationships 7 p.m. • Mondays First Christian Church of Melbourne 2010 S. Babcock St., Melbourne CoDA.org Codependents Anonymous (CoDA). . . . . . . 321-258-2991 The purpose is for men and women to develop healthy relationships 7 p.m. • Sundays Circle Club (behind Bealls) 230 E. Eau Gallie Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach CoDA.org

Scleroderma

Scleroderma Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-722-HOPE scleroderma.org

Sleep Disorders

AWAKE Sleep Disorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-268-6408 6 - 8 p.m. • 1st Monday Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John 5005 Port St. John Parkway, Port St. John parrishmed.com/psj

Stroke

Brevard County Stroke Support Group . . . 321-806-4954 1:30 p.m. • 4th Tuesday Central Brevard Public Library 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa Stroke-Heart Survivors Group . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-806-4954 2 - 4 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday Heritage Hall, Parrish Health Village West 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville

Substance Abuse

Alcoholics Anonymous. . . . 321-724-2247, 321-633-0052 24-hour hotlines: intergroup@aaspacecoast.org aaspacecoast.org Al-Anon/Alateen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-639-0220 For those troubled by someone else’s drinking. Various locations/times; meeting schedules at public libraries spacecoastal-anon.org Narcotics Anonymous. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-631-4357 24-hour help line • spacecoastna.org Prevent of Brevard. . . . . . . . . 321-259-7262, 321-267-5398 Alcohol and drug treatment, support services and family counseling. 1948 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne preventofbrevardinc.net

SUICIDE

Suicide Hotline 24/7. . . . . 2-1-1 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Brevard 2-1-1 Get connected. Get answers. Survivors of Suicide Support Group . . . . . . 321-253-2222 6 p.m. • Thursday Wuesthoff Hospice, 8060 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera

Vision

Brevard Association for Advancement of the Blind. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-773-7222 674 South Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach

Widow / Widowers

Widows and Friends of South Brevard. . . . 321-254-2007 1 p.m. • Wednesday - every week St. Mark’s United Methodist Church 2030 A1A, Indialantic

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NAMI Spacecoast - Melbourne. . . . . . . . . . . . 321-267-8214 10:30 a.m. - noon • 3rd Saturday 6 p.m. • 3rd Tuesday Circles of Care, 2000 Commerce Dr., Melbourne


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COUNTY

CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS Salary $148,082 4-year term 2013-2017 Sheriff Wayne Ivey (R) 700 S. Park Ave. Titusville, FL 32780-4095 Administration: 321- 264-5201 brevardsheriff.com wayne.ivey@bcso.us, admin@bcso.us

Online Vehicle Registration GoRenew.com North Brevard 321-264-6935 South Brevard 321-633-2199 Ext. 46935 Tags, Title, Disabled Parking Permits North Brevard Office 400 South St., 6th floor, Titusville, FL 32780 Central Brevard Offices 1605 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island, FL 32780 240 E. Eau Gallie Blvd., Indian Harbour Beach, FL 32937 South Brevard Offices 1515 Sarno Rd., Melbourne, FL 32935 450 Cogan Dr. SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909

CLERK OF COURTS Salary $139,762 4-year term 2013-2017 Scott Ellis (R) 400 South Street Bldg. B Titusville, FL 32780 Administration: 321-637-2000 brevardclerk.us scott.ellis@brevardclerk.us

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS Salary $120,560 4-year term 2013-2017 Lori Scott (R) 400 South Street, Suite 1F Titusville, FL 32780 Administration: 321-264-6740 votebrevard.com soe@votebrevard.com

PROPERTY APPRAISER Salary $139,762 4-year term 2013-2017 Dana Blickley (R) 400 South Street, 5th floor Titusville, FL 32780 Administration: 321-264-6700 bcpao.us appraiser@bcpao.us Titusville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-264-6700 Viera Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-690-6880 Palm Bay Office. . . . . . . . . . . 321-952-4574 Melbourne Office. . . . . . . . . 321-255-4440 Merritt Island. . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-454-6620

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Commissioners elected in November by voters residing in the same district. Terms begin 2nd Tuesday after election. Salary $58,308 4-year term District 1 – Robin Fisher (D) 2012-2016 400 South Street, Suite 1A Titusville, FL 32780 321-264-6750 brevardcounty.us D1.Commissioner@brevardcounty.us District 2 – Jim Barfield (R) 2014-2018 2575 N. Courtenay Parkway, Suite 200 Merritt Island, FL 32953 321-454-6601 brevardcounty.us D2.Commissioner@brevardcounty.us District 3 – Trudie Infantini (R) 2012-2016 1311 E. New Haven Ave. Melbourne, FL 32901 321-952-6300 brevardcounty.us D3.Commissioner@brevardcounty.us

BREVARD COUNTY GOVERNMENT brevardcounty.us Constitutional Officers elected countywide in November. Terms begin 1st Tuesday after 1st Monday in January after election.

TAX COLLECTOR Salary $139,762 4-year term 2013-2017 Lisa Cullen (R) 400 South Street, 6th floor Titusville, FL 32780 Administration: 321-264-6930 brevardtaxcollector.com lisa.cullen@brevardtaxcollector.com Real Estate Taxes North Brevard 321-264-6969 South Brevard 321-633-2199 Ext. 46969 Business Tax, Tangible Tax North Brevard 321-264-6910 South Brevard 321-633-2199 Ext. 46910

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District 4 – Curt Smith Lewis (R) 2014-2018 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Building C, Suite 214 Viera, FL 32940 321-633-2044 brevardcounty.us D4.Commissioner@brevardcounty.us District 5 – Andy Anderson (R) 2012-2016 1515 Sarno Road, Building B Melbourne, FL 32935 321-253-6611 brevardcounty.us D5.Commissioner@brevardcounty.us COUNTY MANAGER Stockton Whitten, Appointed 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Bldg. C, Viera, FL 32940 321-633-2001 BREVARD GOVERNMENT SERVICE Complexes: 321-633-2000 —Viera 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Viera, FL 32940 —Central 2575 Courtenay Pkwy. Merritt Island, FL 32953 —North 400 South Street, Titusville, FL 32780 —South 1515 Sarno Road, Melbourne, FL 32935 —Palm Bay 450 Cogan Drive SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909 SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS School Board elected in November with non-partisan members elected by voters residing in the same, single-member district. Terms begin 2nd Tuesday after election. Salary $37,840 4-year term 2010-2014 District 1 – Misty Belford 321-264-3134 belford.misty@brevardschools.org District 2 – John Craig 321-454-2018 craig.john@brevardschools.org District 3 – Amy Kneessy 2012-2016 321-779-5034 kneessy.amy@brevardschools.org


BREVARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS brevardschools.org School Board Members’ District Office 321-633-1000 ext. 412 School Board District Office Customer Service 321-633-1000 ext. 500 2700 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Viera, FL 32940 SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS Dr. Brian T. Binggeli, Appointed 2700 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Viera, FL 32940-6699 321-633-1000 ext. 401

STATE Terms of Governor, Lt. Governor and Cabinet members begin the 1st Tuesday after the 1st Monday in January after the November state-wide GOVERNOR Salary $130,273 4-year term 2011-2015 Hon. Rick Scott (R) Office of the Governor The Capitol, 400 S. Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-0001 850-488-7146 Rick.Scott@eog.myflorida.com LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR Salary $124,800 4-year term 2014-2015 Carlos Lopez Cantera The Capitol, 400 S. Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-0001 850-488-7146 ATTORNEY GENERAL Salary $128,972 4 year term 2011-2015 Hon. Pam Bondi (R) The Capitol, PL-01, 400 S. Monroe St. Tallahassee, FL 32399-1050 850-414-3300 • Toll free 866-966-7226 myfloridalegal.com/contact Legislature Terms begin the 2nd Tuesday after the November election. Each State Senator and State Representative is elected by qualified voters who reside in the same district.

—STATE SENATORS $29,687 4 year-term 2012-2016 District 13 – Andy Gardiner (R) 1013 E. Michigan Street Orlando, FL 32806 407-428-5800 420 Senate Office Building 404 S. Monroe Street , Tallahassee, FL 32399-1100 850-487-5013 gardiner.andy.web@flsenate.gov District 16 - Thad Altman (R) 2010-2014 6767 N. Wickham Rd., Suite 211 Melbourne, FL 32940 324 Senate Office Building 321-752-3138 404 S. Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-1100 850-487-5016 altman.thad.web@flsenate.gov —STATE REPRESENTATIVES Salary $29,697 2 year-term 2012-2014 District 50 - Tom Goodson (R) 400 South Street, Suite 1C Titusville, FL 32780-7610 321-383-5151 200 House Office Building 402 S. Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-1300 850-717-5050 Goodson@myfloridahouse.gov District 51 – Steve Crisafulli (R) 2460 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Suite 108 Merritt Island, FL 32953-4193 321-449-5111 322 The Capitol, 402 S. Monroe St. Tallahassee, FL 32399-1300 850-717-5051 steve.crisafulli@myfloridahouse.gov District 52 - Ritch Workman (R) 33 Suntree Place, Suite D Melbourne, FL 32940-7602 321-757-7019 317 The Capitol 402 S. Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-1300 850-717-5052 ritch.workman@myfloridahouse.gov District 53 - John Tobia (R) 8060 S. Highway A1A Melbourne Bch, FL 32951-3948 321-984-4848 405 House Office Building 402 S. Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-1300 850-717-5053 john.tobia@myfloridahouse.gov

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE & CONSUMER SERVICES Salary $128,972 4-year term 2011-2015 Hon. Adam Putnam (R) The Capitol, PL 10, 400 S. Monroe St. Tallahassee, FL 32399-0800 800-435-7352 Adam.Putnam@freshfromflorida.com DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES Salary $128,972 4-year term 2011-2015 Hon. Jeff Atwater (R) 200 E. Gaines Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-0300 Jeff.Atwater@myfloridacfo.com 877-693-5236 PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION (PSC) Consumer Affairs & Complaints 2540 Shumard Oak Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32399-0850 800-342-3552 contact@psc.fl.us OFFICE OF PUBLIC COUNSEL The Public Counsel represents utility consumers before State (PSC) and federal regulatory authorities and courts in matters involving public and private utilities, other than utilities owned by local governments or cooperatives. J. R. Kelly 111 W. Madison Street, Rm. 812 800-342-0222 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1400

NATION

Terms of president and vice president begin Jan. 20 after the national election. PRESIDENT Salary $400,000 4-year term 2013-2017 Hon. Barack H. Obama (D) The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Washington, DC 20500 Presidential Inquiries: 202-456-1414 Comment line: 202-456-1111 Weekdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. EST comments@whitehouse.gov VICE PRESIDENT Salary $230,700 4 year Hon. Joseph R. Biden, Jr. (D) 2013-2017 The White House Office of the Vice President Washington, DC 20501 comments@whitehouse.gov 202-456-1414 TheBoomerSeniorGuide.com |

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District 4 – Karen Henderson 2012-2016 321-631-5905 henderson.karen@brevardschools.org District 5 – Andy Ziegler 2010-2014 321-821-0510 ziegler.andy@brevardschools.org


UNITED STATES SENATORS Senators’ terms begin Jan. 3rd after the November election. U.S. Senate: senate.gov Salary $ 174,000 6-year term 2011-2017 Hon. Marco Rubio (R) 284 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 202-224-3041 • rubio.senate.gov District Office: 201 S. Orange Ave., Suite 350 Orlando, Florida 32801 407-254-2573 Suite 350 Toll Free in FL: 866-630-7106 Hon. Bill Nelson (D) 2013-2019 716 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 202-224-5274 • billnelson.senate.gov District Office: 225 E. Robinson St. Landmark Center Two, Suite 410 Orlando, Florida 32801 407-872-7161 Toll Free in FL: 1-888-671-4091 UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE Representatives’ terms begin Jan. 3 after the November election in singlemember, congressional districts. U. S. House: house.gov Salary $174,000 2-year term 2013-2015 8th Congressional District Hon. Bill Posey (R) 120 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 202-225-3671 • posey.house.gov District Office: 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Building C Melbourne, Florida 32940-6605 321-632-1776 CAPITOL Offices of members of Congress, committees, and subcommittees can be reached at 202-224-3121 or 202-225-3121. STATUS OF BILLS —Washington, DC U.S. House & Senate Committee Hearings thomas.local.gov —Tallahassee, FL Florida Division of Law Revision & Info. 850-488-4371

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voting Registering to vote To register, the Florida Voter Registration application form must be completed. This form, which is also used to notify the elections office of a change in your name, address, party affiliation or to update a signature, can be found online and at locations listed below, or you may request that an application be mailed. Registration or changes must be received by the elections office at least 29 days before an election. After the application is received, a Voter Information Card that includes your precinct number and voting districts will be mailed. WHO CAN REGISTER In order to be eligible to register to vote in Brevard County, applicants must be: A United States citizen A Brevard County resident 18 years old by Election Day (preregistration permitted at 16) Not currently judged mentally incapacitated Not currently convicted of a felony without your rights restored Register at Election Offices and other locations found at votebrevard.com ELECTION OFFICES Election Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday —North Government Complex 400 South St., Titusville, FL 32780 321-264-6740 —South Brevard Complex 1515 Sarno Rd., Melbourne, FL 32935 321-255-4455 — Viera Government Center 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Building C, Level 1, Viera, FL 32940 321-633-2124 —Palm Bay Office 450 Cogan Drive SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909 321-952-6328 VOTING BY MAIL/ABSENTEE BALLOT Any registered voter may vote by mail. Mail/Absentee ballot requests may be in person, by regular mail, Email or by phone to the Supervisor of Elections. All requests must be received no later than 5 p.m. the sixth day before the election,

and ballots must be received at the election office by 7 p.m. on election day to be eligible to be counted. EARLY VOTING Prior to election day early voting for federal or state races is available at all Supervisor of Elections’ offices and, at the Supervisor’s discretion, at certain other locations, beginning 10 days before election day and running through the third day before election day. Additional early voting may be offered, at the Supervisor’s discretion, on the 15th through 11th days and on the second day before the election. Identification requirements for early voting are the same as for voting on election day. Florida law requires each voter to present an unexpired form of identification containing the voter’s name and photograph. If the identification does not also contain the voter’s signature, additional identification containing that signature is required. REFERENDUMS A referendum may be called at any time on any issue that requires a vote of the people. All voters may vote regardless of party affiliation. POLITICAL PARTY AFFILIATION Florida is a closed primary state. If you want to vote in a partisan Primary Election, then you must be a registered voter with the political party for which the primary election is held. All registered voters may vote on issues, amendments and for non-partisan candidates such as: judges, school board and city council members, regardless of party affiliation. Political party changes can be requested no later than 29 days before the election through the election offices. For more information, Email: pr@lwv-spacecoast.org 321- 254-7183 Extra copies - Mail a stamped, self-addressed envelope to: PO Box 360823, Melbourne, FL 32936 lvw-spacecoast.org ©2013 LWVSC, All rights reserved. Copyright 2013 LWVSC All Rights Reserved


INFORMATION

Brevard County strongly urges that a public shelter be used only as a last resort. You will be more comfortable sheltering with friends, family or in commercial lodging. If you require public sheltering, please be familiar with your designated primary evacuation shelter location and your planned route to that shelter.

Bring the following to the shelter:

1. Enough food and supplies to last several days, including special diet foods, as food may not be readily available at the shelter. 2. Bottled water (2 qts/person/day) and other beverages. 3. A manual can opener, eating utensils, paper plates, cups and napkins/paper towels. 4. Infant formula/food/diapers and wipes. 5. Two-week supply of medications and First Aid kit. 6. Cash or traveler’s checks. 7. Sleeping bags, blankets, pillows and folding chairs. Bedding is not provided in public shelters. 8. Personal hygiene items and changes of clothing. 9. Flashlight, battery-powered radio/TV and spare batteries, cards, games, books and toys. Do not take pets (except guide dogs), alcoholic beverages or weapons of any kind into public shelters. For more information, call 321-637-6670.

Emergency Evacuation Shelters Primary Shelters: Mims Elementary School, 2582 U.S. Highway 1, Mims Apollo Elementary, 3085 Knox McRae Dr., Titusville Imperial Estates Elementary School, 5525 Kathy Dr., Titusville Walter Butler Community Center, 4201 US Highway 1, Cocoa Eastern Florida State College, Cocoa Campus, Bldg 3 1519 Clearlake Road, Cocoa Manatee Elementary School, 3425 Viera Blvd., Viera Sherwood Elementary School, 2541 Post Rd., Melbourne Eau Gallie High School, 1400 Commodore Blvd., Melbourne Melbourne High School, 74 Bulldog Blvd., Melbourne Meadowlane Intermediate Elementary, 2700 Wingate Blvd. West Melbourne Heritage High School, 2351 Malabar Rd., Palm Bay Bayside High School, 1901 DeGroodt Rd., S.W. Palm Bay South Mainland Community Center, 3700 Allen Ave., Micco Barefoot Bay Community Center, Bldg A, Barefoot Blvd. (not a shelter, only for transportation) Other shelters are available and are opened once the primary shelter has reached 85 percent occupancy rate.

PET-FRIENDLY SHELTERS

Port St. John Community Center, 6650 Corto Rd. Viera Regional Community Center 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Palm Bay Regional Community Center, 1951 Malabar Rd. NW

Special Needs Shelter:

The Special Needs Registry is a confidential listing of those people who meet program criteria, and is updated on an annual basis. Patients with colostomy assistance needs, nebulizers, oxygen, feeding tubes or Alzheimer’s disease are examples of medical criteria that are eligible for the registry. Individuals who elect to use a Special Needs or other public shelter should bring with them items such as cots, bedding, medicine, medical supplies, and food supplies, preparing to be self-sufficient for 72 hours. Special Needs registrants should also be accompanied by at least one caregiver. Occupants’ comfort will be determined by their preparedness. For more information, call 321-637-6670 ext. 6. Go to embrevard.com to download a special needs registration form.

Animal Shelters & Boarding

All county animal shelters will be open, unless ordered evacuated, and will receive pets from mandatory evacuation areas. Call the following numbers for information concerning pet sheltering during a disaster: Brevard County Animal Services and Enforcement 321-633-2024 Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Titusville 321- 267-8221

Brevard Humane Society

Melbourne 321-253-6608 Titusville 321-264-5119

For a list of supplies to have on hand, go to floridadisaster.org/supplykit.htm. Source: brevardcounty.us Brevard County Emergency Management

Weather websites

embrevard.com/prep_hurricane.cfm Brevard County hurricane tracking and information. fema.gov Plan and prepare. Apply for assistance. fl-dof.com/fire_weather/index.html Wildfire season forecast. floridadisaster.org/supplykit.htm Florida Division of Emergency Management’s disaster supply kit list. TheBoomerSeniorGuide.com |

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Seniors At Lunch Sites: Seniors at Lunch is held at nutrition centers within the North, Central, and South areas of Brevard County every weekday and provides hot meals and activities to Brevard’s elderly population. Scheduled activities include games, speakers, entertainment, holiday celebrations, and music. Bus transportation is provided to many participating centers. Seniors At Lunch is also opened to those younger than 60 if they live at a participating neighborhood meal site and there are seats open. North: Cuyler Park Community Center Annex 321-264-6491 • 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 2329 Harry T. Moore Ave., Mims Bus Service: No (limited escort only) Port St. John Community Center 321-638-4499 • 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 6650 Corto Rd., Cocoa Bus Service: Yes Titusville Seniors at Lunch (St. James A.M.E. Church0 321-536-8851 • 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 625 Dummitt Ave., Titusville Bus Service: Yes

Woody Simpson Community Center 321-453-4324 • 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 1590 Schoolhouse St., Merritt Island Bus Service: Yes

Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders NORTH BREVARD & BEACHSIDE Parrish Senior Solutions Center ....321-268-6563 805-B Century Medical Dr., Titusville parrishshine@yahoo.com

Cocoa Beach Public Library............321-323-9418 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Friday 550 N. Brevard Ave., Cocoa Beach shinecocoabeach@gmail.com

Satellite Beach Recreation Center Schechter Center................................321-426-0350 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Monday 1089 S. Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach shinebrc@gmail.com Satellite Beach Public Library..............321-426-0261 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. 751 Jamaica Rd., Satellite Beach shinesbpubliclibrary@mail.com

CENTRAL & SOUTH BREVARD

Grant Street Community Center 321-412-5459 • 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 2547 Grant St., Melbourne Bus Service: Yes (Open Tues. & Thurs.)

Martin Andersen Senior Center.....321-631-7549

S. Mainland-Micco Community Center 772-664-4900 • 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 3700 Allen Ave., Micco Bus Service: Yes (Barefoot Bay Van)

Cocoa West Community Center 321-636-9787 • 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 230 S. Burnett Ave., Cocoa Bus Service: Yes

The Captain’s House 321-727-9737 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. 1300 bianca Dr. N.E., Palm Bay Bus Service: Yes

Martin Andersen Senior Center 321-216-6082 • 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 1025 S. Florida Ave, Rockledge Bus Service: Yes

For more information on Seniors At Lunch contact the program office at 321-639-8770. Meal reservations at all sites are needed by 12:30 p.m. the previous serving day. Bus service is available to most areas. It usually takes a few days to begin the bus pick up service via SCAT. Call 321-639-8770 for more information on the centers and bus service in your area. | Boomer Guide 2015

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South: Crane Creek Senior Apartments 321-952-5484 • 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 2309 Babcock St., Melbourne Bus Service: Yes

Central: Westminster Asbury Arms Community Room 321-504-6571 • 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 1430 Dixon Blvd., Cocoa Bus Service: No

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9:30 - 12:30 p.m. Thursday 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge shinemasc@gmail.com

Wuesthoff Central Business Office...321-690-6661 375 Commerce Parkway, Rockledge shinerockledge@gmail.com

Wuesthoff Homecare......................321-752-1511 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Monday - Friday (by appointment) 8060 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera shineviera@gmail.com Wickham Park Senior Center.........321-757-0660 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Monday - Friday 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne shinewpsc@gmail.com

Glenbrooke of Palm Bay ................321-345-7541 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Monday - Friday 815 Briar Creek Circle NE., Palm Bay shinepalmbay@gmail.com

Appointments are recommended at all sites. To schedule an appointment or to verify dates and times of counselor availability, please contact the individual locations above. SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Senior Resource Alliance, 407-514-1800 988 Woodcock Rd., Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32803 Source: agingmattersbrevard.org Aging Matters in Brevard

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VOLUNTEERING Get out and give to our community! Meet new friends and take part in making Brevard a better place to live. Guardian Ad Litem Program...........................321-690-6823 Become a child’s voice in the court system. guardianadlitem.org Harmony Farms...................................................321-631-9433 Groom and exercise therapy horses, administrative tasks, participate in special events. Merritt Island Wildlife Association.................321-861-0667 Promote conservation & appreciation of the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Meals on Wheels.................................................321-639-8770 Deliver meals in Brevard to homebound seniors daily. Ombudsman....................... 407-228-7752 or 888-831-0404 Volunteers monitor nursing homes & assisted livings. Partners in Compassionate Care....................321-269-4240 Hospice of St. Francis volunteers provide assistance in many ways. Free training for many positions is provided. American Cancer Society.............................. 1-877-901-2862 Drivers needed to drive cancer patients to and from treatments. For all other volunteer opportunities call 321-253-0361. American Red Cross.........................321-890-1002 ext. 5638 Offers training for disasters. Brevard Association for the Advancement of the Blind...............................321-773-7222 Volunteer needs vary from program to program. Brevard Commission on Aging.....321-633-2007 ext. 6227 Support the mission of the Brevard Commission on Aging through volunteer service on a committee or task force. Brevard Schools Foundation...........321-633-1000 ext. 756 Make a difference in the life of a child by volunteering one hour per week. Canine Companions for Independence.......407-522-3300 Need volunteers to raise puppies. Friends of the Enchanted Forest.....................321-264-5192 Tour guides, shop assistants and researchers needed.

Police Athletic League (PAL) Melbourne .......................... 321-953-6251 or 321-409-2200 Titusville ...............................................................321-268-8771 Retired & Senior Volunteer Program.............321-631-2749 Rolling Readers Space Coast...........................321-254-9976 Connecting tutors and mentors to students in need. rollingreaderspacecoast.com Senior TranServe.................................321-639-4868 ext. 282 Drive seniors to medical appointments, markets and more. SPCA Clinic & Adoption Center.......................321-267-8221 Adult volunteers needed for miscellaneous clerical work. SPCA Thrift Store.................................................321-267-2210 SHINE......................................................................321-752-8080 Serving Health Insurance Needs of the Elderly United Way Volunteer Center..........................321-631-2740 Women’s Center.................................321-242-3110, ext. 301 TheBoomerSeniorGuide.com |

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Parker Brothers brings cool concept cars to busy Port No, you’re not seeing things. That really was Ecto-1, the Ghostbusters’ iconic station wagon, that just passed your vehicle on a Brevard County highway. It’s one of several street-legal replica vehicles from film and television created by reality television stars Shanon and Marc Parker of Melbourne and housed at Parker Brothers Concepts, the brothers’ new automotive customizing facility at Port Canaveral. “You’ve never seen so many people pulling up and taking photos,” said Justine Briner, the Parkers’ personal assistant, of the reactions from motorists when one of their creations hits the road. “It’s amazing.” Known for their unique concept cars, motorcycles, off-road and movie replica vehicles, the Parkers recently were stars of the reality TV series “Dream Machines” on SyFy, and plans are in the works for another show featuring the brothers. They’ve built custom cars for rapper 50 Cent and WWE wrestler John Cena. One of their concept vehicles, the “battleship shredder,” appeared in the 2012 science-fiction movie “Battleship.” In 2014, Parker Brothers Concepts moved from its Aurora Road location to a vacant 20,000-squarefoot facility at 730 Mullet Rd. in busy Port Canaveral, where more than a dozen of the brothers’ custom creations are on public display in a showroom. That

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Boomer Guide Linda Wiggins Justine Briner of Parker Brothers Concepts showcases the popular Batmobile update, called the “Tumbler” in the recent films. same year, the business was named the Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast Innovation Company of the Year. Residents and tourists can view Ecto-1, a replica of the Batmobile and Batpod from “The Dark Knight” trilogy, the Optimus Prime truck from the “Transformers” films, a futuristic motorcycle inspired by the sci-fi film “Tron: Legacy,” and other notable vehicles. They can also watch the brothers and their staff constructing new creations. “Turnout has been good,” Briner said. “We’re expecting more visitors during the busy season. We’re still growing and adding displays.”


The three-wheeled, lime-green motorcycle sports a 45-inch front wheel, a Harley-Davidson engine and a six-speed transmission.

Reality-television stars Marc and Shanon Parker of Melbourne moved their Parker Brothers Concepts facility to Port Canaveral, where visitors can watch them building custom cars and view replicas of iconic vehicles from TV and film. Parker Brothers Concepts builders often use images from screen captures to guide them in constructing the vehicles. Work on the Batmobile, called the “Tumbler” in the Batman films, took about 1 1/2 months, Shanon Parker said. The custom-made replica sports a LS1 Corvette engine and “Super Swamper” rear wheels. Its two-seat interior features an iPad and a stereo. The “Battleship Shredder” was built in three weeks from scratch, Marc Parker said. Interior video screens allow the driver to see where he’s going. Another creation is an adult-sized version of Huffy’s “Green Machine,” which the Parkers loved as kids.

The vehicles can often be seen around Brevard County. Last fall, the Batmobile rumbled over to Manatee Elementary School in Viera to help promote school’s Superhero Walk-A-Thon. And Optimus Prime was parked in front of Shanon Parker’s home on Halloween night to thrill trick-ortreaters. The facility’s entrance and gift shop are adorned with comic books and action figures, a nod to the Parkers’ love of comics and science fiction that helped fuel their passion to build eye-catching vehicles, Briner said. “A lot of car collector club members come by and visit us,” Briner said. “It’s wonderful to see them. I’ve got a great job.” Parker Brothers Concepts is at 730 Mullet Rd. in Port Canaveral. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 7 to 12, and free for kids 6 and under when accompanied by a paying adult. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. For more information, go to parkerbrothersconcepts.com or call 321-868-2174.

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Brevard County Museums by John Trieste

Brevard County has a host of outstanding, one-of-a kind museums that are inexpensive to tour, educational and, without a doubt, rewarding for the whole family. If you have friends or family who visit from out of town, be sure to introduce them to some of these gems while they are in the area. It’s a great way to make memories. More than a half dozen are donation-based or offer free admission. Many that do charge for admission offer free parking and the price of admission is well worth the modest fee. From A (Air Force) to V (Veterans) Brevard County museums have something every age can enjoy. Air Force Space & Missile Museum SR 405, Kennedy Space Center 321-853-9171 The tour runs 7 days a week, launch schedule permitting. Fee for the tour. This museum at Launch Complex 26 is accessible to the general public from a bus tour called Cape Canaveral Then and Now. The tour originates from the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. The two and one-half hour tour includes a tour of the museum and stops at several historic sites on Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. Air Force Space and Missile History Center 191 Museum Circle, Patrick AFB 321-730-0055 Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday noon - 4 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day Parking and admission is free. Staffed by volunteers, the Air Force Space and Missile Museum at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station preserves both the hardware and the spirit of United States’ ventures into space. The museum displays numerous missiles, rockets and related space equipment and is located just outside the south gate of Cape Canaveral Air Force Station on PAFB. Alma Clyde Field Library of Florida History 435 Brevard Ave., Cocoa 321-690-1971 Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Admission is free. Located in downtown Cocoa Village, The Alma Clyde Field Library of Florida History houses the 60,000-item collection of the Florida Historical Society, the state’s oldest cultural organization. The Library contains books on Florida, papers on or by prominent Floridians, historical maps, photos, artifacts and family histories. The Library also has a souvenir shop with items reflecting the history of Florida. American Police Hall of Fame & Museum 6350 Horizon Dr., Titusville 321-264-0911 Open daily 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Admission fee based on age. Law officers are free. This museum and public Gun Range is our nation’s first national police museum and memorial dedicated to law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. Astronaut Hall of Fame 6225 Vector Space Blvd., Titusville, 321-269-6100 Open daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission included in the price of admission for the Kennedy Space Center. You can live the human side of space at this museum, complete with the sights, sounds and experiences of famous astronauts. Experience the world’s largest collection of personal memorabilia and tributes dedicated to the heroes.

Brevard Museum of History & Natural Science 2201 Michigan Ave., Cocoa 321-632-1830 Thursday - Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Modest admission charge. On Michigan Avenue you’ll find the creative and ever changing Brevard Museum of History and Natural Science. This small gem of a museum primarily covers the history, culture and sciences of Brevard County. Learn about the archaeological dig of the 7,000+ year old Windover burial site discovered in nearby Titusville and our native Ais and Seminole Indian tribes that lived in this area. See replicas of a local hardware store and a bank. Get to know about Brevard’s ecosystem of rivers, reefs and saltwater marshes.


Cocoa Beach Surf Museum 4275 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach 321-258-8217 Call for open hours. This museum is next door to the Ron Jon Surf Shop where it offers public exhibits, lectures, and programs. The museum actively engages the community in surfing culture through exhibits and educational events, as well as community outreach programs for all ages. It highlights surfing history and culture from Cocoa Beach, nationally and internationally, as well as from differing perspectives, including exhibits that feature surfing history. It defines Cocoa Beach as one of the premier surfing towns in the world. Eastern Florida State College Planetarium & Observatory 1519 Clearlake Rd., Cocoa 321-433-7373 Show times vary. There is an admission charge. A 70–foot domed theater reproduces the starry sky using a first-of-its-kind dual projection system. The planetarium’s large format films, presented on a three-story high screen in stunning surround sound, create a spectacle you won’t forget. Though not technically a museum, the science exhibit is an introduction to some wonderful discoveries and the gift shop reflects science and the Space Coast. The entrance to the planetarium is on Rosentine Street, behind the college campus, just off Clearlake Rd. Foosaner Art Museum 1463 Highland Ave., Melbourne, 321-242-0737 Call for open days and times. There is modest admission charge. The Foosaner Art Museum, formerly the Brevard Art Museum, is located in the Eau Gallie Arts District of Melbourne. The museum has amassed more than 5,000 objects spanning 20 centuries. Rotating exhibitions of nationally and internationally recognized artists showcase trends and historical art movements as do the variety of exhibitions from their large collection. Grant Historical House 5795 South U.S. 1, Grant 321-723-8543 Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The Grant Historical House is closed during the yearly Seafood Festival in early March. Donations are accepted. In the small town of Grant on U.S. 1, directly on the Indian River, inside Fisherman’s Park, the Grant Historical House is a completely restored cracker house built in 1916. Guided tours of the famous house take you back in time to a simpler life.

Liberty Bell Museum 1601 Oak St., Melbourne 321-727-1776 Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Donations are accepted. A most overlooked gem of a military museum in downtown Melbourne, the Liberty Bell Memorial Museum and Melbourne Military Memorial Park is a project of Honor America Inc. located in Wells Park, just west of Hickory Street and south of Hibiscus Blvd. Old Melbourne Beach Museum 2372 Oak St., Melbourne Beach 321-952-7322 Saturdays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Donations are accepted. This historic building was built in 1908 at Ryckman Park as the offices of the Melbourne Beach Improvement Company then moved to its present location in 1953. It currently houses the Old Town Hall History Museum Center. The museum contains exhibits on the history of the local area, including Ais Indians, Spanish shipwrecks and the development of Melbourne Beach. Harry & Harriette Moore Park & Musuem 2180 Freedom Ave., Mims 321-264-6595 Call for open days and time. The Museum is also a meeting place for community organizations. The conference center has surround sound with a 90” Flat screen smart television with Windows media format. The library offers visitors access to reference materials relating to people of African descent. The park also includes a replica of the Moore’s home, a pavilion with kitchen, a gazebo and Walk of Freedom with reflecting pools and fountain. Landscaped with indigenous trees and foliage and shaded by large oaks, the park is ideal for concerts, games and other outdoor activities. North Brevard Historical Society Museum 301 So. Washington Ave., Titusville 321-269-3658 Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Donations are accepted. This compact museum houses historical artifacts of the early history and settlers of North Brevard. The extensive collection includes early clothing of the period, numerous photos and furniture. The Rossetter House 1320 Highland Ave., Melbourne 321-254-9855 Wednesday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. There is an admission fee.

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The guided tour includes the interior of the Rossetter House Museum, the Houston Cemetery and the adjacent gardens. You will have an entertaining and very informative overview of the history of Eau Gallie and the interesting people who made history in the area. U. S. Space Walk of Fame Museum 308 Pine St., Titusville 321-264-0434 Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Modest admission fee. View one-of-a-kind bronzed astronaut handprints, to–scale rocket models, actual mission flight suits, manuals, documents, a multimedia show of Kennedy Space Center and Canaveral Air Force Station history. They also have a one-of-a-kind gift shop.

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Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum 6600 Tico Road, Titusville 321-268-1941

Every day except major holidays 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. There is an admission fee. Located at the Space Coast Regional Airport just south of Titusville, this large museum contains vintage aircraft and a 30,000-square-foot hangar with a restoration area. It also has a memorabilia hall with flight gear, dress uniforms, weapons and artifacts. The collection includes fixed and rotary wing aircraft from World War I to the present time. The museum’s Flagship is a C-47 called TICO Belle. Veterans Memorial Park 400 S. Sykes Creek Parkway, Merritt Island 321-453-1776 Monday - Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sunday Noon - 5 p.m. Admission is free. This neat center, located just off Route 520, has a timely museum with a large display area showing running military documentaries and films. Located on the water’s edge at Sykes Creek, this 2.63acre community river park has a 335 foot lighted boardwalk and benches along the waterfront. It is operated in partnership with the Veterans Memorial Center. Whether you want to learn something new or connect with the past, Brevard museums have something you, your family and friends will enjoy.

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Octogenarian wins world championship,

sets record in bench press By Mike Gaffey The 82-year-old Suntree resident, a diabetic who had never lifted weights until he turned 77, won a world championship for his age division and bench-pressed a world record 203 pounds American Powerlifting Federation’s World Powerlifting Championships in West Palm Beach in November. Lombardo competed in the 220-pound division for men ages 80 to 84 and set the record on his third lift. “A lot of people came up to me and wanted to take a picture with me to show that I was 82 and lifted over 200 pounds,” said Lombardo, a Brooklyn, N.Y. native who worked as a cement finisher for 40 years before retiring to Florida.

“Even the guy taking pictures for the federation asked if he could take a picture with me.” Lombardo, a former Marine who won the Purple Heart during combat in the Korean War, got into the sport in 2009 after he joined Pro-Health & Fitness in Viera on its first day in business. Not long after he started working out for the first time with weights, he was spotted by a local powerlifter. “I had a 50-pound dumbbell in each hand and he asked me if I wanted to do powerlifting and that he’d show me what to do” Lombardo said. “I could only lift 135 pounds one time at that time. Now I lift 135 ten times after I finish my workout.”

Boomer Guide Mike Gaffey Vito Lombardo, on bench, set the world record bench press for men ages 80 to 84 with a 203-pound lift in November at the American Powerlifting Federation’s World Powerlifting Championships in West Palm Beach. He trains with strength trainer John Bellak. (continued on next page)

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Lombardo progressed quickly, excelling in the bench press. By 2012 he had captured APF state and national titles for powerlifters in his age group. He also started training with John Bellak, also a Suntree resident and a former high school strength and conditioning coach in Ohio. Bellak trained Lombardo for four months leading up to the world championships, which attracted 800 powerlifters from 40 countries. Bellak chose LA Fitness in Melbourne as their training site because the gym had Hammer Strength machines. “My coach here, he’s better than a sleeping pill,” Lombardo said, “because he’d train me for an hour and a half and he’d tell me ‘I know you’re 82 years old and you’ve got an 82-year-old heart but let’s get on this machine.’ Then he’d tell me, ‘Let’s get on that machine. I’d say how many, and he’d say ‘10.’ He would work me and then he’d say, ‘You can go do whatever you want now.’ And the only thing I’d want to do is go to sleep.” At the world championships, Lombardo was required to bench press three times with a progressively higher amount of weight while judges monitored his form. He benched 187 pounds on his first lift, 198 pounds on his second and the record 203 pounds on his third. “I called up my wife and kids when I won the championship, and they called everybody else,” Lombardo said. Bellak said Lombardo’s natural strength from years in construction and his late start to powerlifting are the reasons for his success. “His body is in such good shape,” Bellak said. “He’s not all broken down.” Boomer Guide Guide 2015 2015 106||Boomer

Lombardo credits proper technique for all his medals and trophies. “I’ve never been hurt,” he said. “Most people start in their 20s. I’m all muscle.” Powerlifting also has helped Lombardo control his type 2 diabetes, a condition he’s dealt with for 22 years. “You won’t get too many guys my age willing to pick up weights,” Lombardo said. “They won’t go in the free weight area. You have to have a lot of stamina to go free weights, and you have to have even more stamina to have John as a coach. Everybody is in awe when they watch me lift. Because I’m 82 years old, they all say ‘I don’t believe it.’”


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