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Brevard Museum of Science director Nancy Rader praises museum board members Philip Burris, Mary Perry and Emma Newsham for their May 31 and June 1 mastodon-raising events. Come visit us at Suntree “It’s a perfect complement to our most By linda wiggins fact, we are so sure of ours Come us at Suntree popular exhibit thatvisit people from all overInte asee, $25 Gift Certificate t them the world come to the humans The summer rainy-season booms you fact, we are so sure of ourselve unearthed from ancient graveyards in the hear in July might be the ground-shaking realize that you a We $25 Gift Certificate tomay the them Windover community of Brevard.” rumble of a mastodon thundering into even some weekends. You c realize youatmay The ageWe of the humanthat remains the ha Brevard. We have onsite capabilities some weekends. You can g even museum has recently been refined to The Brevard Museum of Science will bone density, 24 while hour Holt between 7,000 and 9,000 years, get an erect skeleton to fill out its Ice Age We have onsite capabilities for in Family Practice specializes mastodon, sloth and saber-tooth are M cast of characters: the mastodon rather than bone density, 24 hourtiger Holter estimated to have roamed Florida less than a mammoth, a saber-tooth tiger and a giant an specializes in Family Practice 10,000 years ago. “It’s exciting to have the animals what sloth, plus the remains of predators like For Mother’s Day The exhibit is called Bygone Beasts of were around at the same time as our those who plagued the Pixar animated FortheMother’s Day Florida and main characters were - Gi human ancestors,” Nancy Rader said. The characters: humans who hunted them on donated from the private collection of Dr. completion of the exhibit at her urging will land and the jaws of a megalodon shark We use Brevard C like those that stalked them from the water. mark her first year as museum director. Mastodon page 30

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Poodle and Pooch Rescue finds forever homes for dogs, including Sam By jeff navin

Forget the pet store or the breeder who has a litter of puppies for sale. If you’re looking for a dog, give Poodle and Pooch Rescue of Florida a call. You might just find your favorite breed. The dog also might already be house trained. Sam is one of Poodle and Pooch Rescue’s favorite stories. The little guy was at the shelter, having come in as a lost, lonely stray. He was filthy, full of fleas and had multiple infections and worms. Sam was just another typical dog, who had been abandoned or allowed to run. Nobody bothered to look for him when he was lost. Within a few days, the shelter workers saw something special in Sam and contacted Poodle and Pooch Rescue (PPR). Volunteers were excited to meet this sweet dog. He was taken straight to the PPR vet, where he was given a well-deserved exam. From there, Sam was taken to the doggy day spa for all the works. Once groomed, Sam was a like a new boy, full of spunk and silliness. He was picked up by his foster mom, and that’s when Sam’s personality really began to blossom. His foster mom quickly realized that Sam’s go button was Senior life Photo on from sun up to sun down. He seemed to Sam, who has been adopted by Tracey Cooksey, is almost ready for his debut on “Pets Ahoy.” For information, have boundless energy, wearing out his two call 321-277-3089 or check out their website at poodleandpoochrescue.org. foster pup siblings by the middle of the afternoon. Bright rubber balls became Sam’s favorite endless energy was too valuable to leave untested. the show. Each day now is full of positive training, toy, and his foster mom kept him happy with an Sam was meant to be a star. which translates to more treats, love, kisses and play array of pitches in their fun game of fetch. Sam’s A call to the animal training folks at Sea World time than Sam ever thought possible. Sam is favorite game was to roll the the ball into the pool. led to a tryout for the “Pets Ahoy” show. Sam had a learning all sorts of cool tricks and his debut in the Silly boy, he knew how to get those humans to Saturday to remember as he passed every test on his “Pets Ahoy” show is imminent. fetch it out every time. way to becoming a potential celebrity. Sam was Poodles continued to page 3 Sam’s special talents became obvious and that formally adopted by Tracey Cooksey, a trainer for

sam continued from page 2 His friends at Poodle and Pooch Rescue can’t wait to give him a well-deserved standing ovation. Poodle and Pooch Rescue is a non-profit organization whose mission is to “Save Dogs in Need.� Its volunteers try to save as many dogs as they can. The group is in constant contact with animal control agencies throughout Florida and often rescues dogs just before they are scheduled to be euthanized. Volunteers are located from Tallahassee to Miami in their quest to help. Nobody is paid for their hard work. These dogs might be perceived to be too big for a particular household or they just might be unlucky as their friends in other cages are adopted and they are left to wonder why they can't be brought home, too. Some have lost their masters to death, and they weren’t even invited to the funeral. The heirs are quick to take the cash inheritance and often forget about the loyal friend left behind. A harsh economy also has left some families unable to take care of man’s best friend as the bank forecloses on a once happy home. Some dogs are ailing and require surgery or other treatment from a veterinarian. PPR rescues these dogs and immediately takes them to a sympathetic veterinarian. Groomers then take over to cut out mats of hair before bathing the dogs. Soon after, the dogs are sent to foster homes as they await adoption. If you can’t adopt a dog, a stint as a foster owner can help. PPR asks for a three-week commitment. Food and supplies will be provided by PPR. More foster homes are needed in Brevard County and Central Florida. Long-term foster homes or short-term foster homes are welcome. Poodle and Pooch Rescue depends on donations, no matter how large or small. For information, call 321-277-3089 or check out their website at poodleandpoochrescue.org. SL

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Buttons and Bouncer are two Bichon-Poo brothers who are looking for a home. These two have been together their whole lives and want to stay together forever. They are happy fellows who love each other and everyone they meet! Buttons loves to look handsome in his red scarf and Bouncer dressed up as the Easter Bunny this year. Please go to poodleandpoochrescue.org to read more about this pair and apply to adopt them!

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Kiara Loper, 14, is the kind of teenager every parent hopes to have. She is smart, funny, industrious and fond of her two brothers, Chase, 4 and Casey, 9. Talking passionately about the need to care for the nation’s elderly, Kiara enjoys baking cookies to take to nursing homes and spending time with those older people who don’t have regular visitors. She delights in helping the elderly live a more productive life. “Volunteering is so important to me,” she says. “I just love older people. They have given us so much. It’s time to give back to them.” She lives with her mom and her pet hamster, Peanut, in Rockledge and can often be found writing poetry or songs which she sings a cappella. A student at Kennedy Middle School, she will be graduating to Rockledge High next fall and plans to continue her musical activities in chorus and/or stage performances. Kiara is one of the young singers to perform in the upcoming “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying,” which will be held at the Cocoa Village Playhouse from June 14 to June 16. This will be her first “professional” performance, but she is hoping to do many more. She has performed in many school plays and musicals, however, including “Snow White.” Kiara plans a career in acting and/or singing and she is con-

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From right: Kiara and her mom, Elaine, stand by the family fireplace where a sign that says “Family” is a prominent part of the room. fident that she will meet that goal. A huge Justin Bieber fan, Kiara didn’t mince any words when she declared her love for him. Posters and other fan material with the pop singer’s image adorn her room. She wanted to be sure that people know she is his biggest fan. That was the only time she slipped into typical teenage-girl mode. Otherwise, she seems wise beyond her years. Kiara is an avid volleyball player at Kennedy and hopes to continue to play when she reaches high school. She also is a member of Nomad Community Church, where she often sings in the choir and participates in volunteer activities. She also helps her mom with her business, Keep it Clean, a local cleaning service. For more information about the upcoming play, go to cocoavillageplayhouse.com. SL

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Port Canveral Police Chief Joe Hellebrand and Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey share a common link. Hellebrand’s granddaughter, Breean Lewis, is Ivey’s first in command for the Brevard County Sheriff’s Explorers Post 2828. The Eau Gallie High School senior has racked up numerous awards as she rose through the ranks of the youth training and mentoring agency for potential future law enforcement officers. Ivey said it points to a truth. “She’s living proof that DNA has nothing to do with it,� Ivey teased. The pair of top cops have been friends “forever,� and mutual putdowns are manspeak for showing love, especially in law enforcement. The pair recently were on hand to “recruit� another youth, fifth-grader Gavin Brooks, whose dream is to join a SWAT team. He saved an older, bigger boy from drowning while his family was on a Nassau, Bahamas beach Jan. 26 during a cruise vacation. Gavin’s selfless act is characteristic of the youth who, like his granddaughter, Breean, give their time and talent to learn the ropes and know one day they will have to put their life on the line to protect others, Hellebrand said. Gavin raced far out into the rough surf and duck-dived through high waves to grab the boy, who was being sucked out on a riptide, and dragged him back to shore. Gavin’s family members looked on as Hellebrand and Ivey jointly presented him with a commendation in front of his class, April 4. Gavin not only risked own his life to save a stranger ― drowning victims can panic and pull down a would-be rescuer until they both perish ― but he is quietly humble about it as well, according to Hellebrand and Ivey. Gavin, normally very gregarious, had not told any fellow students of his feat, and stood stoically in front of the class without a word or a smile unless prompted. “Not only is he brave and selfless, but he’s a humble hero, too,� Hellebrand said. Despite the kind words, the teasing and tough love have already begun, even with young Gavin. Hellebrand and Ivey had Manatee Elementary School principal Carl Brown interrupt teacher Shannon Daly ― who was in on the ploy ― during class and sternly call Gavin’s name as they stood by, stony faced. “I thought I was in trouble, but I didn’t know for what,� Gavin said with a smile.

Dear Gramma: I’m 16, a good student and strong. I’ve completed job applications at many places but can’t find work in this bad economy. I need money for spending and to help pay my expenses. I’m worried I won’t be hired anywhere. What to do? Hard Worker

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Above: Port Canaveral Police Chief Joe Hellebrand reaches out to commend Gavin Brooks for saving a life and encourage him on his path to a law enforcement career, just like he has done with his granddaughter and others. Inset: Hellebrand’s granddaughter, Breean Lewis, is following in her grandfather’s footsteps and pursuing a law-enforcement career. The pranks and teasing are something that bonds Hellebrand and Breean as well. The two take turns oneupping each other with good-natured, left-handed compliments. It’s par for the course. They are even more closely bonded since Hellebrand became a single grandparent after the passing of his wife, with Breean as much of a comfort and companion as a comrade. “I better be used to it by now, with my family,� said Breean, who with Hellebrand’s mentoring is a standout in the FBI Future Leaders Academy. “It’s not only my grandfather who inspires me, but we have so many relatives who are law officers of all kinds that it has become a way of life.� SL

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Café Unique lives up to its name and more By roSeMary H. lynn

Maria Lucas is passionate about excellence in food, service and fun. She combines all three in Café Unique, the place most locals know as the Amish Deli in Cocoa Village. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, the restaurant offers a diverse menu to suit nearly any taste. From bagels and muffins to hearty dinner dishes, the café offers some of the freshest and tastiest food in the Village at an affordable price. It also offers artwork created by some of the area’s finest artisans, including glass art, paintings and pottery. Lucas is especially proud of her catering service and worldwide grocery market. Because there are no other known Amish grocers or restaurants in the area, she makes sure to stock plenty of wonderful breads, bakery items, deli meats, desserts, wines and even pickled eggs in her café store. She also offers the Bella Banquet Room, which can serve up to 25 guests for wedding parties, office events or club brunches. The much larger Grand Ballroom is where many events are showcased for the public. These include special ethnic dining events, such as Greek or Italian night; the Mystery Theatre night, usually held once a month; special holiday events such as New

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Maria Lucas shows off some of the deli items available for sale in Café Unique in Cocoa Village. Year’s Eve and Valentine’s Day and much more. The large ballroom can be booked for weddings or for any venue that requires space. With its bar, stage and dance floor, the ballroom can hold up to 200 people. There also is outdoor dining available for those who prefer to enjoy the sunshine and cool river breezes as they dine. Sous chef Taryn Ireland and line chef Charles Lumpkin recently also joined the team, capable of beautifully presenting the diverse menu for parties large or small. Lucas renovated the building, which was, in the 1950s, the Indian River Chevrolet dealership. It took a lot of work to get the building in shape to open a

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Thursday, May 2 — 8 to 9 a.m. Military Officers Assoc. meeting, Golf Club House 861 Marina Rd., Patrick AFB Frank Dunagan, 321-784-8934 Thursday, May 9 — 8 to 9 a.m. Military Officers Assoc. meeting Golf Club House 861 Marina Rd. Patrick AFB Frank Dunagan, 321-784-8934 Thursday, May 16 — 8 to 9 a.m. IRCC Colony Hall 1936 Freedom Dr., Viera Frank Dunagan, 321-784-8934 Tuesday, May 21 — Noon Military Officers Assoc. Luncheon Program: Recognize and honor Brevard County students who have re-

ceived academy appointments and ROTC scholarships. The Tides 1001 N. A1A, Patrick AFB Joe Oblack, 321-453-2947 Thursday, May 23 — 8 to 9 a.m. Military Officers Assoc. meeting Golf Club House 861 Marina Rd., Patrick AFB Frank Dunagan, 321-784-8934 Thursday, May 30 — 8 to 9 a.m. Military Officers Assoc. meeting Golf Club House, 861 Marina Rd. Patrick AFB, 321-784-8934 Meetings are for active, retired and former officers. Meetings are coordinated by retired Army Lt. Col. Frank Dunagan, 321-784-8934. Luncheons are coordinated by retired USAF Maj. Joe Oblack, 321-453-2947. SL

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I’ve discovered through years of experience that you should never, ever, EVER get in the shortest line. I know it doesn’t make sense, but here’s proof. Have you ever gotten into the shortest lane on a multi-lane highway and it suddenly slows down or stops while the lane next to you starts moving right along? At the first opportunity you hit the gas and get in the other lane. What happens? Your lane slows down or stops and the other one starts moving right along. Frustrated by this because you really need a pit stop quick, you dart back into the other lane and what happens? Bingo. You stop and the other lane starts moving. Why is this happening? You’re caught in the “shortest line syndrome.” Second example: you have just finished your grocery shopping and you

approach the checkout line. All the lines are about the same but one is a little shorter so you jump in. Bad move. The slowest cashiers always have the shortest line because everyone else knows about the syndrome except you. After you put your stuff on the belt and look up, you see a cashier who looks like a character in one of those slow motion scenes from a horror movie. This particular one feels obligated to report all the top news stories to every customer. It’s the syndrome. Last example: you’re in the ticket line at a theme park. It’s hot but you’re not worried because you got in the shortest line which, despite the curse of the syndrome, is actually moving right along. Then they get to the person in front of you and what happens? He can’t speak English and can’t communicate with the employee because neither understands the other’s language. While waiting for an interpreter to show up, you realize short is too long if your time is too short. Dr. Sammy SL

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Courtenay Springs Village will host a free Senior Health & Fitness Expo from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 15. The facility, at 1200 S. Courtenay Pkwy. on Merritt Island, will showcase various vendors, including Health First, Florida Eye

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Recently, I escorted a group to the brand new, first class and educational Osceola County Welcome Center in nearby Kissimmee. When you go, be sure to make this a family outing. Children of all ages are in for a great educational experience, learning all about the history of Osceola County and our great state. While visiting the welcome center, I strongly suggest you also tour the Osceola County Historical Society’s nearby Pioneer Village and Museum, plus the recently restored Bryan Street House Museum. The welcome center provides educational and timely information, marketing Osceola County and central Florida as an arts, culture, recreation and historic destination. The displays are top– notch and cover many interesting areas of Osceola County’s early days. Don’t miss the dedicated flag room where you will see all the flags that have flown over our Florida. These include France, England, Spain, Confederate and the United States. At the nearby Pioneer Village and Museum, your family can explore the historic Ross Lanier House, sit in a one– room schoolhouse, examine the workings of Citrus Packing House, browse the many exhibits and also make a purchase at the gift store. Picnic facilities are

available among the beautiful majestic live oak tress. The Bryan Street House Museum is John now open after a Trieste three-year restoration and houses a beautifully decorated threeroom museum reflecting life in Osceola County during the early 1900s. The welcome center is located on Route 192 (Vine Street) in Kissimmee and is a pleasant hour’s drive from Brevard County using Route 192 West at I-95. The Welcome Center, located at 4155 West Vine Street in Kissimmee, is open daily with free admission. The History Museum and Pioneer Village, at 750 North Bass Rd., Kissimmee, charges a small admission fee. The grounds are open Tuesday through Friday. Pioneer Village is open Thursday through Sunday. Bryan Street House Museum, located in downtown Kissimmee at 804 Bryan St., also charges a modest admission fee and is open Monday through Friday. Call 407-396-8644 for more information. To access previously published travel articles go, to myseniorlife.com. All the destinations are planned for the entire family. SL

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Boomers Today, the word boomers has become so common, we don’t think much about the word. What caught my interest in it recently is that it represents, to most of us, those who were born shortly after World War II ended and our service men returned. It refers to the generation born as the men returned from war, married and started families. I was all of 12 years old at that time. Obviously, I was not the parent of the newly born for quite some time to come. It was not actually until 1957, when after having married, I brought forth the first of my four children. Of course they weren’t boomers, how could they be? I wasn’t an adult when the war ended. My husband, five years older than myself, was still a minor at that time. But then, in the past few years, it came out who that word applied to. It applied to anyone born within 20 years, what we consider a generation, after the war ended. My gosh, my oldest two children, now 55 and 52, are boomers? I’m the parent of boomers? It seemed absolutely ridiculous in relationship to time. In questioning of course, that’s how I came to learn that every 20 years is considered a generation. Being a curious person, I turned to the variety of three different dictionaries in our family library. Admittedly, they are somewhat of age, but all were printed long after World War II ended in August 1945. I checked each book to see what they defined as a boomer. Here is what I

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found. “The Random House Dictionary,” published in 1966 with more than Lucy 1,600 pages, reads as Kline follows: one who watches over booms; a person who settles in a town that is booming; wandering or migratory workers; hobo. “Webster’s New Collegiate Dictionary,” published in 1981 with only 1,300, pages reads: one that booms; one that joins rush of settlers to boom area; transient worker. “The New Webster’s Dictionary,” published in 1984 (two generations after the war ended) with 2,000 pages, does not show the word boomer at all. How did a word become so popular, including with this publication, and so common a word that we hear regularly, without our dictionaries having entered them in their publications? Every time I think of myself as the parent of boomers, it makes me feel more ancient than I really am and even worse, makes me look at my sons as growing so old, which they sure don’t seem to be doing. Editor’s note: The boomer generation is commonly accepted as the children born to what is now called the Greatest Generation. It encompasses those people born between the years of 1946 and 1964, because when World War II ended, military personnel returned home to marry and as a consequence, created what was known as a baby “boom.” Comments are always welcome, at asklucy3@juno.com. SL

My Point of View

Continuing to work As the world changes and life expectancies increase, more and more people are continuing to work and work. After World War II, various labor contracts were developed that normally provided a pension at age 65. As the work environment changed with mergers, layoffs and realignments, now 67, 70 and 75 are the new retirement ages. Social Security benefits and retirement plans focus more on age 70 for initial payouts. People now elect to continue working since personal economic challenges have resulted in insufficient retirement savings and investments. Problems of unpaid real estate mortgages, children’s college education expenses, weddings, divorces, children and their families returning to live with their parents; and parents moving in to live with their children place additional burdens on workers. Finding employment after age 55 is a big challenge in nearly every field of work. Even though studies show the older worker is more reliable and more productive, employers focus on the new young worker with special technological skills. Faculty members at universities hang on to their positions under longestablished tenure rules. Young, freshly minted Ph.D. graduates find few job openings as older faculty stay on the job. Further, school budget cuts and online/virtual campuses reduce the opportunities to find academic work. Recently, workers in professional,

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opportunities. Changes in retirement plans, Ed losses of pension Baranowski programs, reduced benefits, increased expenses of health insurance and living expenses create challenges never before experienced. More and more workers of all ages, but especially those over age 60, are reconsidering their plans to retire and drop out of the work force. Recent data from reliable sources show nearly half of workers over age 60 plan to continue working for 10 years or more. Some plan to work until they die. How are you going to face the challenge? Do you have a plan? At all times, build positive relationships with people in your world of work and beyond. Visit with people at business meetings, conferences, conventions, at church and at social functions. Listen! Volunteer in your community. Convert a hobby into a self-employment opportunity. Col. Sanders converted his hobby of frying chicken into a world food empire. Small business is the largest area of employment growth in our economy. Stay positive and upbeat. Accept the challenge of the new world of work. Baranowski is president of Topics Unlimited, a Melbourne-based education, seminar and consulting company. He can be reached at topicsed@aol.com. SL

Early preparation for hurricane season “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” certainly applies as hurricane season approaches, June 1. It’s never too soon for associations to formulate a plan. Space in this column only allows covering the highlights. Your association may want to set up a committee or appoint a chairperson to be sure all the details of your community are addressed. The onsite manager or management company should put these plans in place and coordinate with the board to be sure they are implemented. I suggest an actual checklist be prepared so you can rest assured all the bases are covered. Far in advance, precautions can be taken. Be sure that emergency lighting and any stand-by power supplies are functioning properly. Hurricane shutters may be sticky or corroded during the winter months. Check your association rules before closing them or putting them up. Make sure trees are trimmed and hedges pruned. Buildings should be inspected for loose tiles, shingles and wood. Communities with lakes and canals should be sure the ingress and egress levies are clear and working properly to prevent unnecessary flooding. Plan evacuation routes of buildings or common areas. Consider how elderly and disabled residents will be assisted. Check all of your insurance policies with

your agent. Association Insurance companies do not Living allow changes to By policies when a Frank Kneiser, storm is CMCA, approaching. AMS, PCAM A hurricane watch is issued when a storm is 24 to 36 hours away. A hurricane warning is 24 hours before the storm. Depending on the size of your community, these time frames need to be considered when commencing the plan. Swimming pool water should be lowered. Make sure there are extra chemicals to prevent pollution during a power outage. Anything loose in common areas or balconies should be secured. You’ll be surprised how the heavy items are blown about by a hurricane. This is designed to be a primer for associations to consider. Your association may have more items to include or some that do not apply. Residents will be much calmer as the storm approaches if they know the association has a plan in place. It’s important to point out that Mr. Kneiser is not an attorney and legal questions should be referred to your attorney. However, a requirement of his Community Association Manager’s license is to stay abreast of the Florida Association laws. Contact him with any questions at frank@suntreeflorida.com. SL

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The Suntree/Viera Area Association of Churches will host the annual Day of Prayer ceremony at noon Thursday at the Government Center in Viera, inside the Brevard County Commission Chambers, first floor of Building C. The event is open to all religions. Dignitaries and speakers will offer prayers for the community, nations and leaders. “This is a time to come together, release our cares, give thanks for our abundance, say prayers for peace, good health for ourselves and our loved ones,� said Steve Schantz, event coordinator for S/VAAC. For more information, call Paul Reese at 321-259-7200. SL

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In 2010, at 65, J.B. Kump experienced something for the first time in his illustrious professional career: a layoff. Kump was working as the executive director of Hubbs-Sea World Research Institute when the economy took a downturn. “I had never been laid off before in my life,” he said. “Fortunately, I had a pension from the Air Force, and income was still coming in.” Although he could have retired, it never weighed in as an option. The 25-year Titusville resident, together with Shirley, his wife of 44 years, began Communication & Event Solutions, LLC. Kump handles the promotion and marketing, while Shirley keeps the books and performs administration duties. While many delay when faced with uncertainties, Kump moved quickly, without hesitation, to take charge of the unpleasantness of a lost job and pointed himself down a new path. When he was in the fourth grade, Johnnie Ben Kump asked his mother what his adult name was going to be. Perplexed, his mother asked what he meant by the term adult name? Young Johnnie Ben explained that his Grandfather’s name was B. J., and since Johnnie sounded like a little boy’s name, he wondered what his name was going to be when he got older. From that time, he called himself J.B., and that’s how his friends and family have referred to him. As an Eagle Scout, he taught the younger scouts about crafts. He was a natural leader, who readily accepted

responsibility. Into high school and throughout college, Kump discovered his speaking and writing talents. He found a niche in competitive drama and won many speech meets, landing him some scholarship money for the University of Missouri. During his education, he coached the local high school debate teams that were sponsored by the university. After college, he enjoyed a career with the U.S. Air Force as a public affairs officer. The highest position he achieved was Lieutenant Colonel, and at one point, when terrorists activities were at a peak, Kump led the Air Force communication team as chief of public affairs in Berlin, Germany. He then served one more active-duty tour as director of communications of the USAF Space Systems Division in Los Angeles. In the private sector, Kump found his way to the director’s position for several entities, including Boeing, Lockheed, Hubbs-Sea World and Congressman Dave Weldon’s office, where he served as district director for a four-county region, supervising a staff of seven and acting as principal liaison to more than 500,000 constituents. Now, with Communication & Event Solutions, Kump takes his 40 years of global public relations experience to serve the needs of clients, offering his expertise in political and campaign consulting, fundraising, media relations and disaster response. Kump donates his time to church outreach, working with youth ministries and providing counseling for young married couples.

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J.B. Kump and his wife Shirley pose with their grandchildren. He confesses that he never wants to retire and will continue to serve his community in new ways that match his changing physical capability. “As I age, my body introduces me to new aches and pains I never had before. I don't let that stop me. I just need to make small adjustments to compensate and continue to press on.” Kump is currently the board administrator of The Joseph Fund of North Brevard. He serves as the spokesperson for the fund and provides administrative, fundraising,

community and media relations services for the board of directors. To date, The Joseph Fund has raised nearly $200,000 to assist families, individuals and troubled family-owned businesses in North Brevard that have been impacted by the termination of the manned space flight program. Kump also serves as the vice chair of public affairs for the Titusville Chamber of Commerce board of directors, and is an active member of the North Brevard Republican Club. SL

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Protecting yourself and your medicare benefits from scams Special to Senior life

Elder citizens are frequent targets of Medicare schemes, including the latest identity theft scheme. Recently, several Medicare beneficiaries have received phone calls from individuals declaring to be from the “Health and Welfare Department” informing them that a new Medicare card will soon be issued to them. Beneficiaries are then asked to verify some personal information, including their Medicare number, address, birth date and banking information. Seniors, and those who care for them, should know that the true goal of these calls is identity theft. Medicare, and its authorized agents like the Florida Department of Elder Affairs’ SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Program, will not contact you through unsolicited calls, emails, or visits. We also will not ask for personal identifiers unless you contact us directly for assistance. SHINE counselors provide free, unbiased, and

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SpaceCoast boomers Health expert’s passion is helping fellow boomers beat cancer By LInDA WIGGInS

The checks are finally hitting the bank. Certified natural health practitioner and boomer Kevin Kilday, Ph.D., said friends his age and older are finally feeling the effects of checks they cashed in their carefree youth, from old sports injuries, to inactivity, to eating fast foods rich in calories and lean on nutrients. “It’s not too late to have health become a high priority so we stay as bodily young and strong as we possibly can, so we can enjoy our recreation years or finally do the things we put off that we really want to do,” said Kilday, owner of the new Holistic Health Center in Melbourne. His greatest passion is helping people prevent or prevail over cancer. “It’s happening to so many of my friends and family members. I want everyone to know there is something they can do about it,” he said. In opening his storefront, Kilday has fulfilled his lifelong dream of putting his expertise in vitamins and other natural products to work helping the greatest number of people possible. He designed a seven-step approach called Winning Against Cancer posted on his website, holistichealthcenter.co, which include: Testing – Examines hair for indication of heavy metals in the body, urine for cancer markers, and saliva for the pH level of the body. Cancer thrives in an acidic environment and a more alkaline pH is inhospitable to it. Detoxification – Eliminates heavy metals, parasites and anything else that may be burdening the immune system. This improves the health of organs that naturally purify the body.

Kilday, a certified addiction counselor, has a drug and alcohol abuse recovery program that uses supplements to aid in the detox process and lessens craving fror alcohol. Nutrition – May include raw foods, anti-oxidants, friendly bacteria, minerals, fatty acids, cancer-fighting enzymes and a list of 10 vitamins Kilday recommends to cancer patients. Exercise – Must be a do-able plan, like 20 to 30 minutes of daily walking or an enjoyable activity. Cancer patients who exercise during treatment have a much higher success rate. Oxygenation – Cancer victims typically have low oxygen levels in their blood. A special supplement corrects oxygen levels. Mental state – Cancer patients have a relatively high level of depression, which both helps usher in the disease and gets worse after a frightening diagnosis. High stress and a poor ability to cope with it causes cellular inflammation and activates two cancer-causing genes inside the cell. Treatment includes supplements and counseling. One of Kilday’s degrees is in Christian counseling. Spiritual connection – An improved relationship with God through prayer, meditation and spiritual counseling strengthens a person’s purpose for being alive and strengthens their will to live. Kilday is an ordained minister. “The greatest of all the steps is a combination of all seven, and is the only healing power that alternative or traditional medicine possesses,” Kilday said “You simply help the body to heal itself. It is the only thing that can.” The Holistic Health Center is located at 500 N. Harbor City Blvd. in Melbourne. For more information, call 321-549-0711. SL

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STATEPOINT—Road tripping is a summertime rite of passage. From camping and beach trips to family reunions, most likely you’ll be adding some extra miles to your vehicle over the next few months. But before you hit the road, get your vehicle ready for travel. These good maintenance practices will help keep you behind the wheel and out of the shop:

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Engine “Heat is the biggest enemy of performance and can damage car parts,” warns Chris Barker, technical services manager at Royal Purple a manufacturer of premium synthetic lubricants. “During warmer weather, on longer drives, or when tugging extras like boats, campers or trailers, it’s important to take extra measures to keep engine temperatures low.” Barker recommends using a high

Windshield Wipers Replace worn windshield wipers. Getting caught in a rainstorm with bad windshield wipers greatly impairs visibility and can be a safety hazard for you and other drivers. Change the Oil For fewer oil changes, change your motor oil to a premium synthetic motor oil. Fewer oil changes mean time and money saved, and are better for the planet. By upgrading, you can expect better engine performance, fuel efficiency and corrosion protection. The last place you’ll want to be on your vacation is in the shop. By preparing, you can pave the way for a hassle-free summer on the road. SL

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health & wellness Best time to purchase a Medigap policy Dear Ask Lynne: I am 68 years old and have Original Medicare. I am considering purchasing a Medicare Supplement plan but have some pre-existing conditions. Would I be eligible for Guaranteed Issue Rights? —A Medicare Supplement Shopper

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Dear Medicare Supplement Shopper: The best time to purchase a Medicare Supplement Plan or a Medigap policy is during your Medigap open enrollment period. This period lasts for six months and begins on the first day of the month in which you are 65 or older and also enrolled in Part B. During this period, an insurance company can’t use medical underwriting to refuse to sell you a Medigap policy it offers; can’t charge you more for a Medigap policy than it charges for someone with no health problems; and can’t make you wait for coverage to start for your pre-existing conditions. However, even though you are outside of this period, you could have a guaranteed issue if your health care coverage changes in some way, such as you lose your other health care coverage that supplemented Medicare. I’ll begin to discuss some of those times this month. Did you have Original Medicare plus an employer group health plan as a retiree or union coverage that is ending through no fault of your own? You would have the right to purchase Medigap Plan A, B, C, F, K or L that is sold here in Florida by any insurance company. You would need to purchase this plan no later than 63 calendar days after the date the coverage ends; the date on the notice you get telling you that your coverage is ending; or the date on a claim denial if this is the only way you know that your coverage has ended. You would also have guaranteed issue if you are in a Medicare Advantage plan and the plan is leaving Medicare or the plan stops giving care in your area or you move out of your plans service area. Your Medigap plan choices would be the same as above and again you would need to enroll within 63 days from the date your coverage ends. These are two of the times when you would have guaranteed issue for a Medigap plan. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services publishes an excellent booklet that discusses this topic. The booklet is called “2012 Choosing a Medigap Policy: A Guide to Health Insurance for People with Medicare.” It is CMS Product # 02110. You can access or order it on the Medicare website which is medicare.gov. Additionally, your local SHINE offices have printed copies of the publication. SHINE is an award-winning, statewide volunteer program that provides free, unbiased counseling and information for people on Medicare, their families, and caregivers. SHINE is a program of the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and is administered in partnership with the state’s 11 Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs). In Brevard, our ADRC is the Senior Resource Alliance located in Orlando. To contact a SHINE counselor for unbiased assistance, call the Elder Helpline toll-free at 1-800-963-5337. Brevard County SHINE presently has eight offices located throughout the county and is able to assist you over the phone or in person at one of those sites. If you have a question you would like the “Ask Lynne” column to answer, write or email Lynne at Senior Life and look for a response in one of the next issues. Lynne can be reached by writing Senior Life at 7630 N. Wickham Road, Ste. 105, Viera, FL 32940, by emailing jill@myseniorlife.com or by calling 321-242-1235. SL

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Cocoa Village boasts many colorful and creative businesses. One of them is The Village Spiceman, located directly across from Café Margaux in the Belair Courtyard at 210 Brevard Avenue. Manager Susan Bailey carries an extensive line of hot sauces, rubs, barbecue sauces, gourmet foods, spices, salsa, key lime products, coffees and teas, as well as unusual cooking implements like fancy egg beaters and silicone lids for most jars or bowls. Her store is a treasure trove for gourmet cooks and wannabe chefs. She also carries an interesting array of honeys, including blueberry, strawberry vanilla and chocolate mint. The shop was originally opened by her nephew who owns Spiceman’s Kitchen and Sweeties Ice Cream Parlor in Tarpon Springs. He turned The Village Spiceman over to his aunt because she lives in Brevard County and is able to handle the store, which can be quite busy at times. Bailey has always loved to cook. She embraces pure ingredients in particular such as the vast array of spices she sells. Many of these cannot be found anywhere else in Brevard County. Living all over the world, she quickly learned the nuances of various herbs and seasonings that spice up even the simplest of dishes. Her favorite spices come from the Bahamas, the Congo, Colombia and Kwajalein, in the Marshall Islands. She has also collected interesting and tasty recipes from various places in the United States such as California and of course, Florida. One of her most popular requests is to put together flavorful baskets containing cooking implements, sauces, spices and so on. To learn more about The Village Spiceman, contact Susan Bailey at 321-208-7992 or go to her website at VillageSpiceman.com. SL

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Tennis suits seniors of all levels By jeff navin

The Fee Avenue Tennis Courts still are a fun place for Mike Dickens — even in retirement. Dickens, a 1968 graduate of Melbourne Central Catholic High School (MCC), was the supervisor of tennis for the City of Melbourne for 30 years before retiring in 2006. “I don’t have the responsibilities and it’s wonderful being retired,” said Dickens, who competed in national father and son senior tennis competitions with his son Nathan before recently hurting his Achilles’ tendon. “I still have my hands in tennis. I still give a few lessons.” A couple of years ago, MCC convinced him to return as its boys and girls tennis coach. It was a post he had given up more than a decade earlier. Dickens also is the president of the Space Coast Tennis association, which organizes tennis events for children 18 years old and younger. “It keeps me involved with kids and thinking young, anyway,” said Dickens, who will turn 65 in December. While counting the days until he undergoes surgery to repair a slight tear in his right Achilles’ tendon, Dickens watched some of his retired friends play tennis at Fee Avenue. It’s a special place for

Dickens, who grew up within walking distance of the complex. He also played baseball and football at nearby Wells Park. “I can walk; I just can’t push off,” Dickens said. “I don’t have it as bad as Kobe (Bryant). Mine is just a small tear.” After starring in just about every sport MCC offered, Dickens received a football and baseball scholarship from Catawba College in North Carolina. He also ended up playing tennis and competing in track and field for the school. In baseball, Dickens was drafted by both the St. Louis Cardinals and Cincinnati Reds. He also played football briefly for the Dallas Cowboys during the 1972 preseason. “Specialization is kind of a shame today with younger athletes,” Dickens said. “If you’re a good athlete, you should play all sports instead of specializing in just one. They like to get everyone pulled into a one group or zone. If they play just one sport, they miss out on all of the fun. I had a blast and I loved it. A good athlete likes perfection no matter what the sport is. I kept busy.” After the surgery and when he is given the clearance to begin his rehabilitation, Dickens hopes to adhere to some of the guidelines that he gives to the older athletes he advises.

“You’ve got to make sure you stretch before playing,” Dickens said. “I’d stay on claycourts; they’re softer and easier on the body. Also, don’t play more than once a day and no more than four or five days a week. Sometimes, you want to get out there as much as possible. Mentally, we’re young, but physically we’re not.” Rotator cuff injuries frequently are a problem for boomers and seniors who play a lot of tennis. Serving too hard could be the reason. “That will get you at this age,” Dickens said. “If you overdo it, it will bite you. Be cautious and make sure your body is ready to play. I’ve always stretched a lot and all the way through college. You might be late and in a hurry because the other three guys are already here. You can’t think, ‘OK, I’m ready’ without warming up. You have to get the body moving before you put it through the paces.” While playing in national father and son tennis events with his son, the duo won the second set of a three-set match against Joe and Michael Chang last year. In 1989, Michael Chang won the French Open as a 17 year old. “Michael was so fast. In the first set, Michael was business like. But, when we took the second set, he loosened up,” Dickens said. “We got some pictures at the end with him and his

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many amazing opportunities to play. You shouldn't start playing without taking lessons. There are all sorts of techniques to learn which are like golf. There are certain swings that need to be perfected with the least amount of effort. You don’t want to try that on your own.” SL

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Enlisting in the Marines was a sure bet for Kenneth McCabe, CEO of Southern Gaming Resorts and one of the original commissioners of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. In fact, being a Marine actually opened a huge door into the world of gaming. We’re getting ahead of the story, however. “I was born a Marine,” McCabe said. There certainly was no question McCabe would join The Few and The Proud when he got older. “I was born in a naval hospital in Corona, Calif., where my dad, who was a Marine, was stationed,” McCabe said. “There were about 10 Marines in the family and I was raised by a Marine father who early on instilled in me the esprit de corps of the Marines.” Beyond the Marines in McCabe’s family were other keepers of the peace: New York City policemen. “Both my grandfathers were New York cops,” McCabe said. “My father would have been a New York City cop, but he wore glasses at the time and the force wasn’t accepting applicants with glasses.” After college, McCabe enlisted, joining the officers’ candidacy school, which evoked major admonishments from his Marine relatives. “I was the only one in the family who was not an NCO, so they got together with me and told me that I had better listen to my NCOs or they would beat the crap out of me,” joked McCabe. “I was a Marine for eight years, eight months and five days, ” he said, “but who’s counting?” During his service with the Marines, McCabe was tasked with the evacuations of more than 6,000 souls — including PLO Chairman Yasser Arafat—from Beirut and also participated in a prisoner exchange between the PLO and Israel. An uncle counseled McCabe to join the Big Boys of the FBI, and McCabe thought it a great idea. Twenty-one years later, by the time he retired from the FBI in 2004, McCabe had risen to senior executive service level. As a special agent in Miami in the 1980s McCabe was in the thick of the real “Miami Vice” portrayed in the popular television series of the era. He investigated bank robberies, kidnappings, organized crime, drugs and other public corruption. During his years as senior executive in the FBI’s Laboratory Division, McCabe was responsible for the bureau’s scientific and technical response to any major crisis worldwide, including the bombing of the

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Kenneth McCabe, who is a Marine at heart, has become a powerful figure in the gambling industry. USS Cole, the 9/11 World Trade Center attack and the investigation into the 2001 anthrax poisonings in the United States. His Marine and FBI experiences were part of the reason why in 2004 McCabe was selected commissioner of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board in Pennsylvania, now second only to Las Vegas in gaming revenue. “They wanted someone to keep it clean as they established a new government agency, awarded new licenses and oversaw the buildings of the casinos and its operations,” McCabe said. In 2011, McCabe retired from working full time for the Gaming Control Board to the home he had built in Viera. It wasn’t going to be a long retirement, however. As guest speaker at a 9/11 anniversary memorial in Branson, McCabe caught the eye of an entrepreneur interested in building casinos in Arkansas. He got an offer too good to refuse and he’s back in the workforce as CEO of Southern Gaming Resorts, the company that is orchestrating the development of several casinos in Arkansas. “I’m too young to sit around and do nothing,” McCabe said. Is he ever tempted to gamble? “I may gamble $20 tops, and I cringe when it’s gone,” he said. SL

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BOOK REVIEW By Chiffone Sandberg

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Brevard Museum of Science director Nancy Rader and museum board members Philip Burris, Mary Perry and Emma Newsham will welcome a 3D skeletal version of the mastodon in July.

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Chris Jeremiah of Jacksonville, who sought out the museum via the Internet. “We rely on donations from private collections and bequests, because we could never afford them on our own,” Rader said. The bones of the mastodon and sloth were made from a cast of actual fossils, and would have cost $100,000 apiece. Actual bones are considered priceless. China recently purchased a saber-tooth skeleton for $2 million and a mastodon for $5 million. The museum boasts pieces of actual fossils, including a mastodon bone, sloth claw and some saber-tooth molars. Archaeology expert Kurt Auffenberg and his University of Florida team are currently assembling the mastodon bones, and even though the labor is donated, the cost will top $20,000. Much of the cost is covered courtesy of a bequest by charter

museum member Mary Helen Anderson. The museum’s board of trustees will host a May 31 gala at the Women’s Community Club in Cocoa Village called What’s It Worth? to raise funds to complete the exhibit, featuring expert appraiser and Oprah guest Harry Renker as keynote speaker. The following day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., people can bring their precious items to the museum to find out just how precious they are, for $15 for one item and $30 for three items. The completed exhibit is expected to be a big draw for children, who literally squeal the names of the animals from the blockbuster, three-movie Disney franchise as they spot the sloth and saber-tooth. Museum director of education Rachel Burris is looking forward to it making her job easier. “It’s been a huge touchstone for learning,” Burris said. For more information on the exhibit or the museum, go to brevardmuseum.org or call 321-632-1830. SL

“A Culture Worth Saving: Never Too Late” Author: Robert P. Jones Published by: Outskirts Press ISBN: 978-1-4327-8308-2 Pages: 257 Florida History Purchase: Books-a-Million $14.95 E-books $9.99 About the Author: Robert Jones is a native Floridian who has served as executive director of Southeastern Fisheries Association for nearly 50 years. He and his wife, Mindy, have five children. Brevard’s initial wealth was built in large part by a bustling fishing industry, much like the many coastal communities across the state, where Florida and fishing are synonymous. The history of the commercial fishing industry, as told by Bob “Big Fish” Jones, is both factual and funny. It covers the ups and downs of the business from the 1880s, an era when immigrants began arriving in search of a better life, right up to the present. We read of little-known rules and regulations that govern the lives of the fishermen and their families and how by accident a fishing fleet discovered when to harvest the delectable pink shrimp around the Florida Keys. Bob was 30 years old when he was invited to Miami to be interviewed by the board of the Southeastern Fisheries

Association for the job of executive secretary. The interview process was intimidating. A crusty-looking man with wavy white hair and horn-rimmed glasses — not the friendly type — chomped a massive cigar and asked, “Mr. Jones, are you too good to walk on a dock, sit on a fish box and talk to a fisherman?” Jones informed his interrogator that he’d been a bricklayer for five years and was not afraid to get his hands dirty. His quick, firm reply silenced the query and sealed the deal. Big Fish got the job and the nickname, and has been making history in the commercial fishing business ever since. Personal Opinion: If you enjoy reading about Florida history, and if the thought of preserving some of the cultures that have made this a great state, this is a book for you. SL

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Susan Basiley Sandson, Katsutoshi Shintani, Akiko Shintani and Trisha Sinnott enjoyed the festivities. By linda wigginS

The Melbourne High School Class of 1963 celebrated its 50th Reunion from April 5 to 7. The reunion weekend began Friday, April 5 at GrillsRiverside as classmates began arriving. On Saturday morning, a breakfast was held at MeeMaw’s Bar-B-Q on Eau Gallie Boulevard. It was attended by many classmates and teachers. Special souvenir menus were highlighted. As classmates entered Front Street Center on Saturday night, music from the 1950s and 1960s was playing in the background. Floral decorations of orchids, green and white throughout the center, were highlighted. Green and white linen tablecloths dotted the tables, which were laden with covered green and purple 33 l⁄3 and 45 rpm records as placemats. Dinnerware was placed atop the records. The menu, a rolled scroll placed at each setting, featured Rip-It-Up Tossed Salad, Blue Suede Shoes Beef Tips, Mystery Train Lasagna, Ring of Fire Potatoes and Tutti Fruittie desserts. Katsutoshi Shintani, a foreign exchange student from Japan, made the long trip to see his former classmates. Teachers from Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, Virginia and other states came back to Florida for the occasion. The committee of Joan Valentine Payne, Joanne Hoover Wisler, Linda Platt Courson, Margie Gilbert Dale, Bob Garvin, James Fox and Frank

Redding worked five years to locate missing classmates. The committee was able to find 89 percent of the graduates, including deceased classmates. One classmate listed his address as the Pacific Ocean, The World. Former teachers from Washington, Florida, California, New York and even across the Atlantic Ocean in Paris were tracked down. A rural post office carrier, who also the is city clerk of a small town in Iowa, located a pair of teachers who were married during their senior year. The city clerk also is a pastor. Welcome bags were given to each classmate and teacher, including a handcrafted souvenir, articles from the Melbourne Times, a book of poems by third-grade teacher Elberta Leisure, a special Kennedy Space Center postmarked envelope stamped with the Pelican Island 100th Anniversary postage stamp, an uncirculated Florida quarter coming from the Kennedy Space Center, a book of trivia questions about the Melbourne and Eau Gallie Schools and the towns of Melbourne and Eau Gallie, a sock of marbles and jump ropes. A collection of scrapbooks, containing many articles from the school days, pictures and articles pertaining to Brevard County, was available to read. A farewell breakfast was held at MeeMaw’s, once again. A special menu also was featured for the reunion. SL

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The Melbourne High School Class of 1963 held its 50th Reunion from April 5 to 7. Some of the former students and teachers included Coach Charlie McDaniel, Shirley Cooper Edwards, Gene Powell, Lloyd Soughers, Dean Jack Heisler, Noble Robert, Roland Martin, Frank Thomas, Roger Brassard, John Gallaway, Sheri Ballew Tierney and Sherry Gano Mathews. Dr. B. Frank Brown is seated in the front. Coach Dan Thweat and Katheryn Mattox Butterfield werer unable to attend the reunion.

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Teeing off helps the hungry By mary brotherton

Golfers of every level have an opportunity to experience the greens at Indian River Colony Club (IRCC) in Viera and support a worthy cause. The second annual FORE!! for the Poor Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1. Proceeds will help Daily Bread of Melbourne. Daily Bread provides a soup kitchen to feed the poor, hungry and homeless in the Melbourne area, having served more than one million meals to men, women and children in the community. The nonprofit’s thrift store on New Haven Avenue provides one-third of the revenue needed to operate and the rest comes from fundraisers such as the golf tournament.

Pam Whittington of Daily Bread said, “Dwight Bell of Wings of Grace Ministry is donating the use of a helicopter for a chopper dropper event. The winner will take home $2,500. Other prizes for the tournament are clubs, rounds of golf and dinners.â€? Chopper drop tickets are $20 each, or three for $50. The purchase of a $50 ticket also grants access to the social at IRCC on Friday night, May 31, which is when the balls will be dropped.  The fee for the golf tournament is $150 per golfer, and it includes the Friday night social with a guest. The scramble format golf begins at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, with an awards lunch afterwards. For more information, call Whittington at 321-723-1060 or email dev1@dailybreadinc.org. SL

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Entering the Indian River Lagoon, triathlon participants show their dedication to physical fitness amid Florida’s rich natural beauty. By flora reigada

The countdown has begun on Florida’s Space Coast. It is for the Rocketman Triathlon, sponsored by Smooth Running. First wave starting time is 6:30 a.m. May 5, at Space View Park in downtown Titusville. The Park is at Indian River Avenue and Broad Street. It marks the start, finish and transition area for the race. It is the first time the Kennedy Space Center will open its secured gates for a privately coordinated public sporting event, making the triathlon groundbreaking. Smooth Running president Mitch Varnes is a longtime runner who has competed in several triathlons. He said heavy training would be involved in preparation for the multiple stage competition. It features three race distances. The Classic includes a quarter-mile swim, a 33-mile bike ride and a

3.1-mile run; the International is a .93-mile swim, 33-mile bike ride and 6.2-mile run and the Half Iron is a 1.2 mile swim, a 56-mile bike ride and 13.1-mile run. It is estimated that 1,500 people from 14 countries will participate in the bicycling portion of the race. Events will officially end 8 hours and 30 minutes after the final wave start. Each race takes participants on a scenic bike ride inside the Kennedy Space Center, around many space program landmarks. This portion is more than 15 miles long. The remainder is adjacent to two nature preserves: the Canaveral National Seashore and Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. The run brings racers along the river and through Titusville’s historic streets. Swimming will take place in the protected waters of the Indian River

Lagoon. This is noteworthy because the lagoon is generally not considered a swimming venue. Water depth is approximately 3 to 14 feet, with temperatures averaging 72 in May. According to the Rocketman Florida website, “water conditions will be similar to a large lake, with potential surface chop and little or no current.� “As the gateway to nature and space, Titusville is an appropriate site for this event,� said Titusville Mayor Jim Tulley. For information, go to smoothrunning.org/about_us. SL

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Wanda Schultz is a ball of energy. When you talk to her, she exudes enthusiasm and true passion for the charities she and her husband take on. The Relay for Life, an annual event to combat cancer is held all over the county, is one such charity. Wanda’s team, “Wining for a Cure,” has raised more than $100,000 over the last decade with wine-themed parties, more than any other group in Brevard. The event is held at the park named for her husband, The Larry Schultz Community Park, off Levitt Parkway. Cancer survivors themselves, they know the importance of volunteer work and both work diligently to help eliminate this terrible disease. The Schultzes also raise money for the nonprofit Rockledge Recreation Open-space Conservation (ROC) Foundation. The charity raises money for amentities the city cannot afford, according to Wanda Schultz. The ROC Foundation is raising funds to install the Rockledge Dog Park on Pluckembaum Road. About $18,000 is needed to complete the project. It will have benches, fresh water for the dogs and separate areas for large dogs and small ones. On June 22, the Schultzes will sponsor an Elvis Tribute at the Rockledge Country Club to raise money for the dog park. Elvis impersonator Jack Smink will channel the icon, singing Elvis songs throughout the evening. Guests are encouraged to dress in period attire. Dishes served will include fried peanut butter and banana sandwiches, hamburgers and fried chicken, all of Elvis’ favorites. Of course, Orange Crush will be served. Another activity that is dear to Schultz’s heart is the new Hope and Faith Barbie dolls, which are given for free to girls battling cancer. The doll Hope is bald, while Faith has stubbly hair to give hope that a child’s hair will one day grow back. Schultz and other volunteers give them to Candlelighters of Brevard and other charities that serve children with cancer. The Schultzes take breaks from charity work to travel around the country and the world. They have passports that are quickly filling up for all of the state parks and will be taking an Alaskan cruise. For more information on donating toward the dog park or other amenities in the city, go to Facebook at Rockledge Recreation Open-space Conservation Foundation or email ROCF @gmail.com. SL

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