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Santa and Mrs. Claus entertain Josh Harshaw, left, and David Harshaw at the 2014 Melbourne Light Parade, one of dozens of holiday parades on land and water through December. BY LINDA WIGGINS There is nothing like a holiday parade. It’s free. The only equipment required is perhaps a folding chair. It does not require cardio or great range of movement. Unless you are on the float. “If you don’t have the feeling of Christmas before the parade, it is amazing how you leave in the perfect mood,” said Lucy Hixenbaugh, spokeswoman for the Banana River Sail and Power Squadron, which launches its boat parade at 6 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 19 on the Grand Canal in Satellite Beach. The Melbourne Light Parade is one of the top land-based movable fests. “It’s just something that is a thrill for all ages, whether you are 1 or 101,” said Karen Harshaw, president of the parade, which rolls at 6 p.m. Dec. 12 from 100 W. Nasa Blvd. in downtown Melbourne. How about a blend of land and sea? The Cocoa Beach Sail and Power Squadron uses both, by decorating their boats, and then placing them on trailers

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to bring the party to the masses. “It’s the perfect combination,” said Sandra Schoonmaker, spokeswoman for the squadron, which launches and rolls at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 in the Merritt Island Holiday Boat Parade on Courtenay Parkway at Merritt Island High School. For more parades and all things Christmas and winter holidays, see the events calendar on page 30, the holiday happenings highlights on page 31 and the North Brevard feature on page 29.

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Jim Schroeder ran the six-day Icarus Florida UltraFest last year at the age of 67. He is running it again this year. BY WENDY SCHEURING

After the race was over, coming back to reality was difficult for Schroeder. “After six days of having no responsibility — people are there cooking for you 24 hours a day at the aid station — and I’m just running, sleeping, eating and talking to people on the course,” Schroeder said. “After the awards ceremony, reality struck. I hit I-95 and could barely function. I had been enclosed for seven days in this little bubble and it took me three weeks to reenter the world.” Toward the end of the week, the six-day runners will have more running company as the 72-hour, 48-hour, 24hour and 12-hour ultramarathon events take place. For more information on the Icarus six-day event, go to icarusfloridaultrafest.com. SL

On Sunday, Nov. 15, distance runners from around the world made Snyder Park in Fort Lauderdale their home as they pitched their tents the night before the race began. Indialantic runner Jim Schroeder, 68, was among them. Last November, he logged 247 miles during the six-day Icharus Florida UltraFest. Just at sunrise on Monday morning, the clock started ticking and the runners were off, until the clock stopped ticking 144 hours — six days — later. Schroeder started running longer distances when he was 62, his inaugural ultramarathon being the Ancient Oaks 100-miler, which takes place annually in Titusville’s Enchanted Forest. Now, he can’t stop running. Since then, he’s logged thousands of running miles, but a timed ultramarathon, like the Icarus six-day, is a whole different beast. “The winner is not the one who runs the fastest; it’s the one who runs the longest. The clock starts and then 144 hours later it stops. What you do in between is up to you. Sleep as much as you want, sit around and eat, do whatever you want to do, but the clock is still ticking.” International records have been By Attorney broken on this USATF and IAAF certified TRUMAN SCARBOROUGH course, a 1.0408 239 Harrison Street, Titusville, FL kilometer loop. Last year, Schroeder met For A Complimentary Copy and ran with famous Phone 321 267 — 4770 runners from Canada, Serbia, Denmark and Hungary, among others.

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We’ve decided to make a leap. Attendance soared past the 2,000 mark at the Nov. 6 Boomer Bash & Senior Expo at Port Canaveral’s Exploration Tower and surrounding grounds. We had a blast, didn’t we? Each ensuing expo has created the need for traffic and parking management so that the focus is on the fun. Hey, I am not complaining. I love seeing Senior Life readers out in force at our events. That’s what it’s all about. So that’s why we’ve booked Space Coast Stadium in Viera for the 2016 Boomer Guide Expo Friday, Feb. 5. Plenty of parking. The acoustics will be smashing for our awesome live music. As always, there will be plenty to see and do. And of course, our exhibitors will be on hand to present the most relevant information you can use to live your best life. I am so excited about this year’s theme. Should I tell? How about if I give you a hint? Picture this: A 2,000-year-old bottle blonde blinks her eyes to make her master’s wishes come true. A little guy in a white fishing cap and deck shoes never seems to measure up the to the expectations of the big guy in the captain’s hat, so they’ll likely never get off that deserted island. Perky Julie is always on hand to make your trip the best, so set a course for adventure, your mind on a new romance. Before she spoke jive on “Airplane,” this actress wore high heels and pearls when she served her family dinner on this iconic show. If you’re thinking “I Dream of Jeanie,” “Gilligan’s Island,” “The Love Boat” and “Leave it to Beaver,” you must be thinking iconic, classic TV shows. As always, we encourage attendees to dress up as their favorite character or according to a theme. And also as always, there’s a prize for best costume. In the meantime, have a very Merry Christmas! Jill Blue-Gaines | jill@myseniorlife.com

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Fifty years ago this month, actress Barbara Eden emerged in a puff of smoke from a bottle and helped turn the quiet oceanfront town of Cocoa Beach into a pop-culture landmark. Eden, 84, rose to fame as a mischievous, 2,000-year-old genie freed by stranded astronaut Larry Hagman in the NBC television sitcom “I Dream of Jeannie,” which premiered on Sept. 18, 1965. Set in Cocoa Beach but filmed in California, the hit show ran for five years and 139 episodes, and has been airing on cable and in syndication in the U.S. and abroad for decades. “It’s never been off the air,” Eden said of the show in an Aug. 18 phone interview with Senior Life from Beverly Hills, Calif. “I just got back from Ireland and I was shocked that people knew me there. I get fan mail

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Barbara Eden played a genie living on Cocoa Beach with astronaut Larry Hagman in the hit television show “I Dream of Jeannie,” which premiered 50 years ago this month.

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Today’s PAFB is focal point of 70-year-old Flight 19 mystery BY MIKE GAFFEY Seventy years ago this month, five Navy torpedo bombers carrying 14 crewmen took off from Fort Lauderdale on a training flight and vanished without a trace, triggering one of the largest peacetime air, sea and land searches in U.S. history and cementing the legend of the “Bermuda Triangle.” Compounding the tragedy, a Navy flying boat carrying 13 crew and dispatched from what is now Patrick Air Force Base to assist in the search also disappeared a half-hour after takeoff. Now, a Sebastian man’s decades of research could help solve the enduring mystery of Flight 19. Jon Myhre, a pilot and former Palm Beach International Airport controller who has studied the Flight 19 case for more than 30 years and wrote a 2012 book about the mystery, “Discovery of Flight 19,” thinks that three of the five TBM Avengers that disappeared Dec. 5, 1945 crash-landed in the Atlantic Ocean after becoming lost and running out of fuel. However, Myhre believes that two of the planes made it back to the Florida coast, but likely went down near Titusville and Fellsmere. Myhre theorizes that one torpedo bomber crashed southwest of Titusville in the 29,000-acre Seminole Ranch Conservation Area, which is stateowned property. The other plane, he believes, crashlanded southwest of Sebastian. The flight that became legendary was supposed to be a simple threehour navigation exercise and mock bombing run. Led by Lt. Charles Taylor, Flight 19 was to fly from Naval Air Station Fort Lauderdale ― today called Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood

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Longtime Flight 19 researcher Jon Myhre, left, chats with fellow Flight 19 researcher Andy Marocco at the Naval Air Station Fort Lauderdale Museum. International Airport ― to the Hen and Chickens shoals in the Bahamas to practice dropping their torpedoes, and then fly back to base, according to the NAS Fort Lauderdale Museum website. About 90 minutes after takeoff, Taylor radioed that his compass and back-up compass weren’t working and he was lost. For the next few hours, Taylor led the other pilots, all trainees, far out to sea as weather conditions worsened. “I think he was just confused,” Myhre said of Taylor. “Nobody can understand it, but he was under the assumption that they had flown down into the Gulf of Mexico.” After land radar stations determined the lost squadron was north of the Bahamas and east of Florida, two search and rescue Mariner PBM aircraft took off from Naval Air Station Banana River, known today as Patrick Air Force Base. One of the Mariners,

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200,000 square miles of the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico and miles of land in Florida’s interior, and involved 18 Navy ships, 248 Navy planes and many merchant ships. The disappearances led to the myth of the “Bermuda Triangle” or “Devil’s Triangle,” a 500,000-square-mile region of the Atlantic Ocean bounded by Miami, Bermuda and Puerto Rico where dozens of ships and airplanes are said to have disappeared under unusual circumstances. “The Bermuda Triangle is nothing but a sea story,” he said. Myrhe said it’s likely that the Mariner exploded in midair after gas fumes ignited. Myhre estimates the Mariner’s wreckage lies in waters about 25 miles east of New Smyrna Beach. He and fellow Flight 19 researcher Andy Marocco plan an expedition next spring to search for the missing aircraft. “We’ve redone our calculations and I think we got a real good handle on where the airplane is,” Myhre said. For the full story, go to myseniorlife. com. SL

Posey contacts Air Force about memorial BY MIKE GAFFEY U.S. Congressman Bill Posey has contacted the Department of the Air Force about the possibility of erecting a memorial at Patrick Air Force Base to 13 PBM Mariner crewmen lost 70 years ago this month in the search for Flight 19, Posey spokesman Rob Medina said. There is no memorial at Patrick to 13 men lost on one of two Mariner rescue planes that aided in the search that day. The Mariner, PBM-5 BuNo 59225, took off from Naval Air Station Banana River — the former name of PAFB — and vanished about a half-hour later. No trace of the plane was ever found. Longtime Flight 19 researcher Jon Myhre of Sebastian can’t understand why Patrick doesn’t have a memorial to the lost Mariner crewmen. “You’d think they would have one,” he said. SL

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Kelly is a strolling close-up entertainer with subtle charisma and a contagious child-like wonder for illusion. “What I do is interactive. It touches the people as other art forms don’t,” Kelly said. “They can see me up close and eventually even skeptics end up having a good time. The more I see their genuine appreciation of what I do, the more I want to perform.” If Kelly’s tips and audience laughter are good indicators, the Ferrantes, the Maguires and other diners appreciated the award-winning magician. Kelly has won at the Florida State Magic Convention in Daytona Beach, at local competitions and has presented workshops at area magic clubs. “The most special one for me,” Kelly said, “was when Mark Wilson handed me the award.” Wilson is credited with being the first magician to perform on television. “I used to watch him as a kid,”

Kelly said. “He was one of my mentors and got me excited about magic.” Kelly grew up in Wisconsin and, prior to moving to Palm Bay, he drove a forklift. “Florida is the perfect place for magic,” he said. Although his restaurant performances put him in front of tipping tourists, he relies on area residents for income. “Applebee’s gets phone calls asking for me. People want to come back with their friends to watch me,” Kelly said. “I pass my business cards out and people call me to perform for their cocktail parties, corporate events and birthday parties.” Kelly, who started performing as a shy teenager, said, “Nobody’s seen everything I can do.” For more information, call 262705-4650 and watch for Kelly on “America’s Got Talent.” SL

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Senior Life Grandparenting hot tip: Find an interest, and share it BY LINDA WIGGINS Grandparents Rich and Margie Heindl are running a race. It is a race against time, a time when their grandchildren have interests cooler than them, and that’s saying something, because they are pretty cool. “The thing we love the most about spending time with our grandchildren is they are young enough to want to spend time with us and are carefree enough to have time to be with us. Since Shyanne turned 12 recently, we notice her maturing more quickly now and we want to still be with her before she is too busy to be with Grandma and Grandpa,” Margie Heindl said. The couple shouted and cheered from the sidelines at Shy’s recent winning final swim meet for Viera Charter School, for which the seventh grader was simultaneously a star volleyball team player. “Whenever the chance occurs, Shy and I go to a movie, we’ve seen a play at the Henegar Center, we go to lunch. She is also interested in acting lessons in the future and has given Grandma makeup sessions she ‘needs,’ so that will likely be something we can share together, and we can support her from

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intricate LEGO set. He and Grandpa are science fiction fans and they build space ships that they fly imaginary journeys in together. The 7-year-old also enjoys putting together puzzles that are far above his age level all by himself. His dad, Adam, is his pack leader in the Cub Scouts, so he loves camping, learning about nature and other scouting activities. Grandpa joins in as much as possible, also playing ball at the park. “When Tyler was born, a neighbor told me to be sure to spend time with him now. Her grandson was then fighting in Iraq,” Rich Heindl said. In addition to paying attention to each grandchild one on one, there is shared time together. “One pastime we each enjoy is spending time at our community pool. Shyanne and Tyler love to rough house with Grandpa in the water while Grandma — whose swimming experience was limited to an open hydrant growing up in New York City — watches on the sidelines,” Margie Heindl said with a smile. “Like all grandparents, we treasure ‘time,’ making memories with our grandchildren and thanking God for them.” SL

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Senior Life presents Wreaths event gives back to the Greatest Generation BY LINDA WIGGINS Young families may thrill to the sight and touch of a Christmas tree, but when you live a carefree lifestyle, a wreath is just the ticket for inspiring gorgeous holiday décor — not to mention easier to carry and display. Residents at Brookdale assisted living communities will model beautiful wreaths on their doors and around the facilities from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday Dec. 7 through Saturday, Dec. 12 at the West Melbourne location at 7200 Greenboro Drive in Melbourne. The creations will be moved to a gala event from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18 at the Eau Gallie location, 2680 Croton Road in Melbourne. Décor from Cynthia the second annual Wreaths Around the World event will be silent-auctioned off to benefit Space Coast Honor Flight, an all-volunteer charity that flies veterans at no charge to see monuments to their battlefields and their branch of service in and around Washington, D.C., arranging community and military ceremonies to thank veterans for their service. “We thought this would be a great way

to give back to the community because Honor Flight has given so much to our residents,” said Gwyneth Shick, co-chair of the event with Cynthia Cooler. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime event. It’s a treasured memory that they take with them for life. Even dementia patients remember that experience. They come back with a great sense of appreciation, a great sense of camaraderie with other veterans. They get the royal treatment from everyone in Brevard, everyone that they encounter on the flight, as well as up in Washington, D.C. For them, it’s emotional, heartfelt. They feel valued. It’s a wonderful way for us to give back for everything they have given us over the years.” The gala party will feature live music and a selection of holiday favorite dishes. Businesses are Cooler invited to donate a decorative wreath for the auction. The People’s Choice will win a prize. Wreaths are the perfect gift, Cooler said. “I’ve never heard of giving a Christmas tree as a gift, but who wouldn’t want a beautiful wreath to adorn your door, home or your business?” For more information, call 321-3071139. SL

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For this Navy retiree, art imitates life

When career military folks retire, they typically gravitate toward industry for the second chapter in their lives. Navy man Paul Emig, on the other hand, went straight for the fine arts. It was not a spur-of-the-moment decision, for Emig is no mere Sunday painter. Art has always figured prominently in his life, even during his Navy days. “Throughout my Navy career whenever I was on shore duty, I was taking art classes,” the Indian Harbour Beach resident said. Even as a child, Emig loved art and excelled at it. Even before graduating from high school, Emig was selected as State Scholar in the Visual Arts by his home state of Maryland. He had a passion for painting in oils and acrylics, but he was realistic about the hardships of making it in the world of fine arts. “Instead of pursuing art as a career, I went for the military, because all my friends were doing that and it seemed the right thing to do,” Emig said. The plan was to enlist for six years and then go on to the next adventure. “At the end of the six, I stayed for 23,” said Emig, who retired from the Navy in 2008 as senior chief of engineering. The Navy afforded him travel throughout the world, from the Mediterranean to the North Atlantic, from the Persian Gulf to the Caribbean. Italy, with its rich artistic heritage, was a favorite “hangout.” “Italy was my home away from home,” said Emig, who estimates he has visited the Italian peninsula more than 20 times. Last call to get your information listed in the Veterans Resources section of the 2016 Boomer Guide, which will be released at the Feb. 6 Seventh Inning Stretch Boomer Guide Senior Expo at Space Coast Stadium. Send your information to media@ bluewatercreativegroup.com or call 321-242-1235 by Dec. 10. See great resources like these and more.

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If the port of call featured any good art museums, Emig would make a beeline for them, often transforming into an unofficial tour guide for his Navy colleagues as he discussed the works and techniques of the European masters. When the time to say goodbye to the sea arrived, Emig enrolled at Old Dominion University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in fine arts. Stationed in Orlando during his Navy days, Emig was very familiar with Brevard. Making the decision to move here from Virginia Beach was easy. “We had looked all over Florida and liked this area best,” he said. He quickly went pro with his art, which focuses on beach and oceanscapes. His wife, Kimberly, is the greatest cheerleader for Emig’s art business, Emig Impressions. These days, Emig paints during the week and participates in outdoor art festivals during the weekend. Although he tries to stay within the Florida border, he will travel as far as Richmond, Va. when a good show beckons. “For the most part I’m out at shows on weekends,” he said. “I do two or three weekend shows a month.” The effort pays off in sales of his originals and prints, as well as in awards, such as the one he received at

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Navy retiree Paul Emig chose fine arts for his encore career. the recent Melbourne Fall Festival. A member of the Strawbridge Art League, Emig is represented in Brevard at the Highland Artisan Company art gallery in the Eau Gallie Arts District of Melbourne. Art may not offer the steady

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paycheck the Navy did, but Emig is happy he finally followed the life of a painter. “Art is something I’ve always been very good at,” he said. For more on Emig, go to emigimpressions.com. SL

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Pearl Harbor Day performance nurtures latent talent BY WENDY SCHEURING For latent musicians still waiting for that “one day” to pick up an instrument and give their gift to the world, a Melbourne band has a seat for you. New Horizons Band of Melbourne exists to give musicians of all ages a chance to perform for the first time, or return to the art no matter now long the gap. “I hadn’t played the flute in 55 years,” said Elaine Bartolino, a member of the band, who didn’t remember how to read music or even play a note but was encouraged to come to band practice. Now, a member of the band for 12 years, Bartolino says, “I love the band. It’s my anti-depressant.” The band will perform a special Pearl Harbor Day concert to honor the military at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, at the Scott Center for Performing Arts at 5625 Holy Trinity Drive at the Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy Upper School in Melbourne. The musical salute to all veterans is free and open to the public, featuring a presentation of arms and colors, a flag folding ceremony, speeches and a raffle. Some of the songs played will be “The Star Spangled Banner,” “America the Spirit Lives On,” “The Screaming Eagles March” and “Oh, How I Hate to Get Up in the Morning,” sung by Dave Hudson. Retired Col. Hal Gibson, a military band leader in the Army Band program for 30 years, will be guest conducting

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Sue Diebel conducts the New Horizons Band at practice Nov. 10. “Victory at Sea” and Dr. Russell Minton, a Tuskegee Airman, will appear. New Horizons Band president Brian Nemeth will speak about his experience as Commander of Deployable Aeromedical Staging at Andrews Air Force Base, and how he organized medical support for the Pentagon during the 9/11 terrorist attack. The first New Horizons Band started at the Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester as a way to reach adults who never had the

opportunity to learn to play. Since then, the program has evolved into the New Horizons International Music Association, with local programs open to adults of any age. Conducted by Sue Diebel, the band is a volunteer organization open to adults of all ages who want to learn how to play an instrument in a group setting. Formed by Kevin Strang in 2003, the group began with nine members, and now has as many as 50.

The band plays at senior centers and churches throughout Brevard, as well as events such as the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Practices are held 9 to 11 a.m. every Tuesday morning at the Melbourne Municipal Band Building at 1924 Melody Lane in Melbourne. For more information or to become a sponsor, call Nemeth at 321-777-5931 or go to newhorizonsbandmelbourne.org. SL

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Book Review BY MARY BROTHERTON “All Blood Runs Red” by Henry Scott Harris One of the most intriguing selfpublished books I’ve read in some time, “All Blood Runs Red” is historical fiction that was initiated when the author encountered racial ignorance in an Alabama museum. After hearing loud disparaging comments about a display, he was amazed to see a tribute to Eugene Jacques Bullard, the first black military aviator, long before the Tuskegee Airmen dreamed of flying. In his introduction, Harris, himself a World War II Navy veteran, admits he became obsessed with learning all he could about the man known as Sparrow to his closest friends. Born in Georgia in 1894, Bullard was only 8 years old when he ran away from home and was taken in by a band of gypsies. Bullard’s life was not an easy one, nor was it dull. In “All Blood Runs Red,” Bullard and Harris have a pleasant conversation and Sparrow takes the author and readers on an adventure that rivals the most outlandish fiction. Yet Harris spent more than five years tirelessly

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researching to fill the book with as many facts as possible. Military and other records support the fact that Bullard left his home in Georgia and lived with gypsies until he was old and strong enough to stow away on a German ship before WWI began. These records attest to the fact that Bullard worked on the ship before being put off in Scotland. From there, he made his way to France, a land he’d heard saw no race, only the accomplishments of men. Capable and determined, Bullard became a prize-winning boxer, eventually joined the French Legionnaires and, despite serious injuries sustained in trench warfare, became an officer and a pilot, earning many honors and medals. He was a successful nightclub owner during the Roaring ’20s and married into a royal family. The land of his birth overlooked his accomplishments until he was posthumously commissioned a second lieutenant in the USAF, in 1994, more than 30 years after his death. The few typographical errors that seem to plague most self-published books do nothing to detract from the reading enjoyment of “All Blood Runs Red” and I strongly endorse it. SL

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The Viera Elks Lodge #2817 recently honored members Gene Green and Frank Johnson after their Sept. 23 Space Coast Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. The nonprofit Honor Flight provides an all-expense-paid trip for veterans to see their battle memorials and other significant sites in and around the U.S. capital, organizing community and military honors on departure and return. Green served in the Coast Guard during World War II and Johnson served in the Air Force during the Korean War and in Vietnam.

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Massing of the Colors

Fun with fashion

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Army Wives held a fashion show at The Tides restaurant on Patrick Air Force Base Nov. 13. The models included Roslyn Bates, left, Nancy Kinsella, Monsie Woehler, Jerryan McClure, Rosa Levka and Donna Peretti. SENIOR LIFE Darrell Woehler

Capt. Don Sager, Commander, Naval Ordnance Test Unit, Cape Canaveral, spoke at the Massing of the Colors, Nov. 11, at the George F. Schlatter Veterans Memorial Amphitheater in Cocoa, top, top right and right.

Marine Corps birthday is a ball at IRCC Marines and their guests celebrated the 240th birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps Nov. 10 at Indian River Colony Club in Viera. Palm Bay High School Marine Corps JROTC presented the colors and the first pieces of cake were given to the oldest and youngest IRCC Marines present, retired Col. Mel Steinberg, right, and the youngest, Lance Corp. Dianna Johnson, symbolizing the passing of history and tradition to the next generation. SENIOR LIFE Sarah Kedzierski

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CONNECT THE CLASSIC HOLIDAY MOVIES WITH THE ACTORS APPEARING IN THE MOVIE.

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Scrooge (1970)

Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire, Marjorie Reynolds, Virginia Dale

It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)

James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell

Miracle on 34th Street (1947)

Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan, Sydney Greenstreet

The Bells of St. Mary’s (1945)

Dick Powell, Ellen Drew, Raymond Walburn, Alexander Carr

Holiday Affair (1949)

Robert Mitchum, Janet Leigh, Wendell Corey, Gordon Gebert

Christmas in Connecticut (1945)

Edmund Gwenn, Maureen O’Hara, John Payne, Gene Lockhart

Holiday Inn (1942)

Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant, Doris Nolan, Lew Ayres

A Christmas Carol (1984 TV Movie)

Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, Vera-Ellen

The Shop Around the Corner (1940)

Margaret Sullavan, James Stewart, Frank Morgan

I’ll Be Seeing You (1944)

Ginger Rogers, Joseph Cotten, Shirley Temple, Spring Byington

Christmas in July (1940)

Bing Crosby, Ingrid Bergman, Henry Travers, William Gargan

A Christmas Story (1983)

Peter Billingsley, Melinda Dillon, Darren McGavin, Scott Schwartz

Holiday (1938)

Albert Finney, Alec Guinness, Edith Evans, Kenneth More

White Christmas (1954)

George C. Scott, Frank Finlay, Angela Pleasence

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Tower’s Boomer Bash is a work of art BY LINDA WIGGINS PHOTOS BY DARRELL WOEHLER Artist Linda Z, also known as Linda Williams, is used to having her artwork on display. At the Nov. 6 Senior Life Boomer Bash and Senior Expo at Cape Canaveral’s Exploration Tower, she was the display. Artists painted their 2-D art on site, picking an iconic vision that reflected the event, with live boomer music by “Vietnam-era” musicians The Tree Frogs, the tower itself, classic cars also on display that day, and anything Florida that abounds all around the port. Cocoa Village-based Linda Z painted the tower in black against a fresh neon green Florida background laced with palm trees. She won first place. “I draw what excites me, what I think is amazing to look at. It’s nice when the judges agree,” Linda Z said. Artist Sheryl Hughes came in a close second, selecting a cherry red classic pickup truck that was the hit of the Classic Reflections Car Club that organized the car show. “I knew they would love it because my dad collected classic cars with his buddies and I know how crazy they are for their classic cars,” said Hughes, a board member at the Art Gallery of Viera. Madeline Bayer was among the more than 2,000 attendees that filed through the seven-story Exploration Tower for free as a perk, courtesy of Senior Life. “This whole event is a work of art. Who does this? I just can’t believe there is someone who puts on something like this. With so much to do and see, and asking nothing in return but that we enjoy ourselves and come back again at the next event,” Bayer said. The venue is a special part of the annual event, and always plays a starring role, said event organizer Jill Blue-Gaines, CEO of Bluewater Creative Group events and expo firm and publisher of Senior Life, the annual Boomer Guide, Viera Voice, Viera MD and the Charlie Corbeil Viera Wetlands Birding Guide. “I’ll admit I do love it when people stop me at the event and thank me, tell me what a great time they are having, and then we get phone calls and emails for days and weeks after with attendees and vendors alike saying how much they loved it,” Blue-Gaines said. Though the crowd was massive — Senior Life destination locations typically enjoy record attendance at that site — the circuit design spread attendees evenly throughout the grounds and tower and there was enough to see and do to keep them engaged and happy to talk to exhibitors. “Turnout was phenomenal. The draw of the Exploration Tower was a plus, and you can’t beat this beautiful weather,” said Nancy Bartlett of Four Star Real Estate, which sells homes and parcels at Indian River Colony Club. The next Senior Life expo will be Friday, Feb. 5 at Space Coast Stadium in Viera, with plenty of free parking and plenty of space for exhibits, great acoustics for live music and plenty of choices for great food. It will be the annual release party for the 2016 Boomer Guide, named best resource directory for boomers and seniors in the nation by the North American Association of Mature Publications. For more information, to sponsor the event or secure exhibit or vendor space, call 321-242-1235. SL

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The venue is a special part of the annual Boomer Bash.

Classic car show

Cocoa artist Linda Z, left, won first place in the art show with her painting of the Exploration Tower, right.

The Tree Frogs entertained the crowd.

Sheryl Hughes won second place with her painting of a cherry red classic pickup truck.

Inside the Exploration Tower

Presentation of the Colors introduced the Veteran Salute

Food trucks kept everyone well fed.

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Jimmy Tate enjoys one of the exhibits at the Exploration Tower.

Inside the vendor tent.

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Washington Oaks Gardens Touring the Town John Trieste

Let’s plan a day trip to a nearby Florida State Park that combines formal gardens and a vast coquina rock beach. The park also does a great job preserving the natural habitat of the barrier island. Washington Oaks Gardens State Park is just that destination. A pleasant one-hour plus drive north on I–95 from Brevard, the park is an outstanding educational destination for the entire family. The park covers more than 400 acres from the Matanzas River to the Atlantic Ocean. Start the day at the Young Visitor Center located beside a magnificent live oak tree. Check out the interactive exhibits, learn about the history of the park and get information on touring the formal gardens. The gardens are the highlight of the park and feature diverse native species including azaleas, lilies, camellias, bromeliads scrubs and citrus trees. Many live oak trees tower over the garden’s 20 acres. More than 80 years ago, Louise and

Owen Young, the then-owners of the property, developed the formal gardens, citrus groves and house. In the early 1960s, the property was donated to the state specifying that the gardens be maintained in their present form. The house is now the Visitors Center and Friends Gift Shop. Take a swim on the beach and enjoy walking the many trails and viewing the original native Florida habitat on the barrier island. Enjoy a picnic and fish from either the beach or the seawall along the Matanzas River. Loggerhead turtles can be seen at times from the seawall. A number of short easy trails in the park provide wonderful opportunities for hiking and bicycling. Washington Oaks Gardens State Park is located at 6400 North Ocean Shore Blvd. in Palm Coast. Getting there from Brevard is easy. Take I-95 north to exit 289. Turn right and go east on Palm Coast Parkway. Along the way the name changes to Hammock Dunes Parkway. Continue over the Intracoastal Waterway Bridge. Turn left at Camino Del Mar Parkway. Then turn right and head north on Ocean Shore Blvd., also known as Scenic Byway A1A. The park’s entrance is 4.1 miles on the right. Admission is $5 per vehicle. The park is open every day of the year. For more information, call 386446–6780. SL

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Fruitcakes and other gifts Challenges of Living to Age 100 Ed Baranowski Making gift decisions after many years of remembering a loved one can be a challenge. As a boy, I watched my father consume large amounts of fruitcake at Christmas time. On the farm where he grew up, there were no sweets when 20 or more people gathered around the kitchen table. Trying to be more creative as my father grew older, my wife and I thought Dad would love a fruitcake. We would always arrange to have a fruitcake shipped. He would always express thanks and tell us how delicious the fruitcake with its jellied fruits and nuts had been. When he died, my siblings and I went through the kitchen cupboards and found a lot of fruitcakes that were never opened. We stopped sending Dad shirts and ties for Father’s Day when my mother showed me the bedroom dresser full of unopened shirts. My father loved to eat good food. Mom was a great cook. When she died, we sent Olive Garden gift cards to my Dad who loved their delicious meals. Whatever the time of year, gift

giving is a challenge. Reminisce magazine is always loaded with gift memories from the last half century. The challenge for family members of all ages is to find a gift for Christmas, Hanukkah, birthdays or whatever the occasion. Make a list of the most memorable gifts you ever received starting at age 1. Was it a stuffed animal, a Barbie doll, a toy truck, a Red Flyer wagon, a Schwinn bicycle, a 45 rpm record player, tickets to a rock concert? Why was it memorable? Think about yourself in your senior years. What would you like to receive as a gift? If you have aging parents, what would they like? Often times, the challenge of gift giving can be resolved with a care package. Fill a shoebox with special items: notecards, envelopes and postage stamps, skin cream, special treats, dark chocolate or a blank bound notebook so the person can record their life memories. Coupon boxes are great. On your computer, create coupons that offer to clean the house, rake the yard, cut the grass, go to the beauty parlor or tickets to a local theater musical production. Skip the fruitcake and get creative. Meet the challenge and make your next gifts memorable and full of love. SL Ed Baranowski is president of TOPICS UNLIMITED, a Melbournebased education, seminar and consulting company. He can be contacted at topicsed@aol.com.

Christmas traditions roll with the changes The Sandwich Generation Linda Wiggins Christmas has always been a favorite time of year for me. As the baby of the family of 10 kids, it was great because, until my older siblings had children of their own, my nearestin-age sisters and I could look forward to receiving extra gifts from our siblings old enough and nearly old enough to be our parents. As a member of the Sandwich Generation — boomers who are raising children while also being concerned with the care of our aging parents — it’s fun to look back on those less stressful days. A bachelorette late into my 30s, it was always me trying to herd everyone back to Michigan for Christmas. When we marry, there is always that pressure from in-laws to do Christmas away from our family of origin. So Christmas Eve was always the Wiggins family Christmas party, freeing up Christmas day for our in-laws. All those times I begged, pleaded and wheedled to get everyone to make the trip — the good little manipulator that I am — has me blushing now that the shoe is on the other foot. It made no sense to me that a sibling wouldn’t

make the trip a financial priority, why they couldn’t trade Easter for Christmas with their in-laws and make the trip to the Motor City motherland. Since God intervened in the 11th hour of my reproductive cycle and delivered to me a husband and now two children, I am saying all those words to everyone else. Now, everyone else has adult children and can travel because their children and grandchildren are making traditions of their own. There may be more stresses these days with children of my own, the daunting task of earning to care for them, raising them up to be the awesome adults they’ll one day be. But this is also the sweet spot. I shall savor these days of creating the perfect Christmas Eve and morning for my little ones. Like my parents and older siblings did for me, for I know the time is fleeting. And I shall savor creating a special day for my husband’s mother later that Christmas Day. Because, for as long as we have her, it keeps us in the Sandwich Generation. And that, with all its stresses and challenges, is a sweet spot all its own. SL Linda Wiggins is a member of the Sandwich Generation, which refers to persons who must oversee or provide care for an aging parent, while at the same time caring for young children or continuously keeping adult children from returning to the nest. Sometimes all three. Contact her with comments or questions at Linda@ ourbluewaterfoundation.org.

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always mission-oriented when creating them. The two films that are premiering will be part of motivational speaking presentations that are done by the company. “Each of the films that we make, we’ve got a particular goal in mind when we produce it,” John O’Hara said. For more information about Story Hub, go to storyhub.tv or call 321-6336917. SL

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John O’Hara, left, and wife, Susan O’Hara, share a love of storytelling. BY RACHEL WICK Creative couple John and Susan O’Hara will share their passion for storytelling when their films “Heart of the Matter,” and “A Special Gift” premiere at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 at The Viera Studio for the Performing Arts. The viewing will be in a smaller theatre and is by invitation only. According to John O’Hara, “A Special Gift” covers a topic that both he and his wife hold dear. “It’s a story about the power of storytelling. A story about a young lady who attends a birthday party, and basically she is very shy and she comes out because of the power of storytelling. Suddenly she is much more sociable with her friends,” he said. “Heart of the Matter” is about

the important relationship between a grandmother and her granddaughter. Although the O’Haras presently reside in Florida, they ironically grew up in the Midwest about 175 miles apart. Years later, they each moved to Florida and, after a number of years, found one another. From then on, the pair has been able to share with each other their love for creating art through storytelling. “I was a photographer for over 42 years, and then I married a storyteller. My wife is the writer and director, and I’m the producer of the films,” he said. O’Hara has been producing his films through his company Story Hub since 2000. Susan O’Hara was partially involved as a writer during that time, and then began partnering full-time on projects once she retired in 2013. “I have been writing most of my

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How to survive holiday (over) eating BY WENDY SCHEURING From Thanksgiving to New Year’s, delicious food is in the spotlight at every social event; it can seem all-encompassing and overwhelming. So, is there anything you can do to not gain too much weight during the holiday season? Kimberly Kanarick, director of Communitybased Programs of the Family Counseling Center of Brevard, Inc., and a counselor who specializes in eating disorders, seems to think so, especially if the food being consumed is for a positive reason, such as holiday parties and celebrating with friends and family. “Those types of eaters usually start watching their weight in early January and will be back at a comfortable and healthy weight by the end of February,” Kanarick said. There are also negative reasons for eating, such as feeling sad, angry, anxious or overwhelmed, where people may eat as a coping mechanism to soothe and calm themselves down “But emotional eating does not resolve emotional issues, it simply masks the symptoms,” Kanarick said. “Emotional eating does not give people a good payoff because you eat too much, then not feel good about yourself because you’ve gained weight and have feelings of a total loss of control. It compounds the stressors that are present before and after the eating is done. It’s a vicious cycle,” Kanarick said. To combat overeating:

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that covers it. A SHINE counselor can provide you with this information when given a list of your medications. SL About SHINE SHINE is an award-winning statewide volunteer program that provides free, unbiased, and confidential 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 County, 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 or 321-752-8080 locally. SHINE has 12 locations throughout Brevard County. SHINE counselors can assist you by telephone or in person. To find a SHINE counseling site near you, go to FloridaSHINE.org or call the telephone numbers above. If you have a question you would like the “Ask Lance” column to answer, write to Lance Jarvis at Senior Life, 7630 N. Wickham Road, Suite 105, Viera, FL 32940 or email at jill@ myseniorlife.com.

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CAREGIVING COUNTS BY MARY BROTHERTON

Education for caregiving is vital

Most often, caregivers are family members with little or no formal training on how to provide nursing care for their loved ones. They might feel guilty about illnesses or injuries that occur under their care. Education is an important element for caregivers. You don’t need to know everything about nursing or nutrition; just be open to learning about those who can provide the missing pieces of the puzzle. If you are a caregiver or contemplating becoming one, learn what options are available to you. Discover alternative sources for respite and get creative when you need guilt-free time away. Spend a few hours at the library researching respite agencies or schedule a visit with a nutritionist to discuss your loved one’s dietary needs. Take a day off to plan activities both you and your loved one can enjoy together by educating yourself to what’s available in your neighborhood. Check with your library and local hospitals for classes on health-related topics. Learn all you can, then relax and let the experts help you create a better life for your loved one.

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Knowing that you don’t need to know everything is crucial to lowering your stress level. You can relax more if you simply coordinate experts who will care for your loved one’s special needs. There’s no need to hire a personal chef, but if you consult a nutritionist for menu ideas based on your loved one’s dietary needs, planning meals will be much easier. If your loved one needs physical therapy or has a regular hair appointment, you can use this time to take a short break, even if it’s a walk in the parking lot or a quick phone call to a friend. Sometimes just putting space between you and the one you are caring for helps adjust your stress level.

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The feeling of dissatisfaction, often accompanied by anxiety or depression that results from unfulfilled needs or unresolved problems. Many caregivers express frustration when they do not see improvement in their loved ones’ conditions.

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Specific medical conditions can impact the caregiver and the one being cared for in different ways. Caring for an able-bodied parent with dementia is considerably different from providing care for a parent who is clear-minded but has physical limitations. The National Council on Aging can steer caregivers in the right direction online at ncoa.org or by calling 571-527-3900.

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North Brevard Parkchester Santa to deliver holiday joy BY FLORA REIGADA Santa Claus is coming to town; Titusville and Port St. John, that is. In Titusville, he’ll be arriving in his sleigh at the Let it Snow Downtown Street Party from 5 to 11 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 11. A fundraiser for Brevard County Toys for Tots and the Smile Angel Foundation, Inc, the free event takes place in historic Downtown Titusville. Santa is also known as the Rev. Charles McGrath, assistant pastor of the People’s Church International in Cocoa. For more than 30 years, he has donned a red suit, piloted a motorized sleigh and delivered holiday cheer and assistance to children and families in Cocoa’s Parkchester neighborhood and beyond. Children of all ages are invited to climb up into Santa’s sleigh for pictures with the Jolly Old Elf. His helpers, such as Buddy and Jovi Elf, will be passing out candy canes, while Frosty the Snowman dances in the streets, inviting more photo opportunities. Snow is in the forecast for the party, along with live music, local dance theater, martial arts performances, food vendors, business vendors, arts and crafts and more. Donations of new, unwrapped toys may be dropped off at the Marine Toys for Tots tent. Santa’s visit precedes Titusville’s 53rd annual Christmas parade, the following day, Dec. 12. It will start at 6 p.m. at Titusville High School, continuing north on U.S. 1 to Broad Street. Its theme is Fun in the Sun and it is organized by the

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Parkchester Santa, Rev. Charles McGrath, delivers year-round holiday joy to the children of Brevard County. Kiwanis Club of Titusville. Next stop for Santa and his helpers is the 26th annual Port St. John Christmas parade. Its theme is a Hollywood Christmas and it will take place Dec. 19, starting at 11 a.m. on Fay Boulevard from Waterloo Avenue to Carole Avenue. Even while in the parade, McGrath remains available for pictures. “The entire parade would stop for me to take a picture with one child, especially one that is handicapped,” he said. McGrath doesn’t close up shop after Christmas. His organization’s yearround services include feeding and clothing the needy, visiting children

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in hospitals and visiting nursing home residents. This compassionate outreach to those in need has earned McGrath the title of “Miracle Santa.” “The Lord inspired me to help people,” he said. The Parkchester Santa Outreach Ministry is a nonprofit (501)(c)(3), tax-exempt organization and Santa’s helpers are always needed. As stated on the organization’s website, “We operate entirely by volunteers and love offerings from ministries, businesses and individuals.” For more information, go to parkchestersanta.org or call 321-5142407. SL

Supplying students with tools for success While Fremont “Freebie” Bassett recovered from quadruple by-pass surgery in 1997, his son John made an observation: “Dad, you look bored.” To alleviate this, the father and son teamed up for a project at their kitchen table. Gathering spare parts, they built a computer for a young student whose father was working in Egypt. “We gave it to him for Christmas, so he could communicate with his dad,” Bassett said. At the time, Bassett’s wife, Linda, was working as a health technician for the Brevard County School District. Word of the project spread among teachers who requested computers for their classrooms. Realizing personal computers would also aid students in their education, Bassett decided to help as many as possible. He shared his vision with the Astronaut Memorial Foundation and the NASA Education Outreach Program. Large Brevard County companies began donating dated equipment. Bassett’s co-workers rallied to the cause, working in his garage. That was the genesis of Computers Advancing Education, which tests and refurbishes used equipment donated

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Computers Advancing Education founder and president Freemont “Freebie” Bassett, left, and fellow volunteer Phil Turner are gearing up to give more computers. by businesses and individuals. Since organizing as a nonprofit in 2004, it has put more than 31,000 free computers into the hands of students and organizations in need. This is accomplished by 38 volunteers, including Bassett’s sons, John and Greg. According to the organization’s website, “the primary focus is to supply every student with the tools needed to compete and succeed in today’s highly technological society.” The organization also gives computers to senior citizens in need, as well as veterans seeking to improve their lives and further their education.

“No one can take an education away, nor the self-esteem it brings,” Bassett said. He cited the example of a man who requested a computer for his grandson. The boy’s mother had died from a drug overdose and the grandfather did not want that tragic legacy passed to his grandson. Computers Advancing Education supplied the youngster with a computer. Four years later, the boy visited Bassett, wanting to show him something. “It was his report card, with all As,” Bassett recalled. He described the effort as a win-win situation. “People benefit by getting things they could not otherwise afford. The environment benefits because, rather than decaying in a landfill, the equipment meets educational needs. Laid off or retired workers find value and purpose. Companies benefit from tax write-offs.” Computers Advancing Education has long since outgrown Bassett’s garage. Today, it is based at Titusville’s old Whispering Hills Elementary School, 800 Lane Ave. For information, call 321-626-9754 or go to computersadvancingeducation. org. SL

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3615 Lionel Rd., Mims 321-264-5080 Every month Basic Computer/Intro classes Call 321-264-5080 for details. Registration required. $20 per class. Thursday, Dec. 3 • 1:30 p.m. Library Book Club will discuss “Skipping Christmas” by John Grisham and “The Christmas Thief” by Mary H. Clark. Copies of the book are available at the reference desk. Tuesday, Dec. 15 • 2 - 3 p.m. Adult Coloring Club Adults are invited to join in this new relaxing hobby. All materials provided. Thursday, Dec. 17 • 6 - 8 p.m. “Cook the Book” Book Club The “Cook the Book” for December will be Christmas with Southern Living. Registration required.

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2121 S. Hopkins Ave., Titusville 321-264-5026 Friday, Dec.. 11 • 2-4 p.m. Holiday Centerpiece Make a holiday candle centerpiece with fresh flowers. Registration required. $12/class includes materials. Monday, Dec. 14 • 6 p.m. All Things Cooking Club Exchange cooking techniques, recipes and ideas for entertaining. Sign up at the reference desk.

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Christmas Bazaar

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An Enchanted Christmas with Caroline Hinton 7 - 9:45 p.m. Classical vocalist Caroline Hinton’s collection of favorite Christmas songs. The Scott Center 5625 Holy Trinity Dr., Viera 321-345-0835 Festival of Light: An Evening with Matisyahu 7 p.m. King Center 321-242-2219

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8 - 11 a.m., free document shredding. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 1801 S. Fiske Blvd. Rockledge, 321-690-3213

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by The Galmont Ballet Dec. 18 : 7:30 p.m. Dec. 19: 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20: 2 p.m. Cocoa Village Playhouse 300 Brevard Ave., Cocoa 321-636-5050 galmontballet.com

6 - 8 p.m., Dec 12-13. North Merritt Island United Methodist Church 6355 N. Courtenay Pkwy. 321-452-7523

Cocoa/Rockledge Holiday Parade

6 p.m., Rockledge High School 220 Raider Rd., Rockledge 321-690-3978

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1:30 p.m., third Tuesdays Bring an item from your childhood. Melbourne Beach Library 324 Ocean Ave. 321-777-1374

12 - 1 p.m. Christmas music played on a 36-rank pipe organ by respected Central Florida organists. Advent Lutheran Church 7550 North Wickham Road

A Stars Holiday Pageant

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7:30 p.m. Annual variety show featuring the Youth Performing Arts group. Cocoa Village Playhouse 300 Brevard Ave., Cocoa 321-636-5050

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1 - 3 p.m. Bring your current project Suntree/Viera Library 902 Jordan Blass Dr. 321-254-5831

6:30 p.m., $30 Sip a glass of wine while you create a centerpiece. Rockledge Gardens Preregister 321-636-7662

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10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Dec. 22 - 23 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays Community farm market, Dec. 24 5:30 - 7 p.m. vegetables and fruits, eggs Followed by Candlelight and meats, cheese, breads, Service on Christmas Eve. jams. Seasonal pick-yourClub Zion Community Church, 830 South Atlantic own crops. Rockledge Gardens Avenue, Cocoa Beach 2153 S. U.S. Highway 1 321-799-4340 Rockledge 321-636-7662

History Book Club

6 - 7:30 p.m., last Tuesday Suntree/Viera Library 321-255-4404

Accordian Club Meeting 2 - 5 p.m. Elks Lodge #1532 315 Florida Ave., Cocoa 866-455-2322

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Bake Cookies Day “Cook the Book” Book Club The American Nutcracker Creative Writing Class

Live Interactive Nativity Scene

1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Men Only Joe’s Club Melbourne 4676 N. Wickham Rd. 321-253-4430

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5:30 - 9:30 p.m. Real snow with slides and snowball pit, inflatable bounce houses, pony and carriage rides, petting zoo, food and live music. Melbourne Municipal Band: East Coast Christian Center Sleigh Ride 670 N. Courtenay Pkwy. 6:30 p.m., free Merritt Island Melbourne Auditorium 321-452-1060

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7 - 10 p.m., $10 Lights of Hope Melbourne Auditorium Dec. 4 - 24 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd. Fridays & Saturdays Atlas V OA-4 Rocket Launch 321-724-0555 6:30 - 10 p.m. Martinis & Mistletoe ACA Federal Marketplace scheduled for 5:55 p.m. Sundays and 12/21-24 6 - 9 p.m. Cape Canaveral Health Insurance Navigator Holiday Concert with 6:30 - 9 p.m. “Best Martini on the Viera Voices 1 7 p.m. (also Dec. 12, Women’s Holiday Grief Walk through 30,000 sq. Melbourne Coast” contest 6 - 8 p.m. 10 a.m. 4 p.m.) ft. of light displays. Meet Support Group Lexus of Melbourne Holiday caroling with the Suntree/Viera Library Santa, hayrides, crafts, live 6927 Bromely Dr., Viera Viera High Choral program. 6 p.m. 321-307-5238 entertainment and more Pamper Your Mind 321-724-5400, ext. 231 Tradewinds at Duran Sand Point Park First Responders 2020 Hwy. A1A 7032 Stadium Pkwy. Jingle & Mingle 101 N Washington Ave. Indian Harbour Beach Appreciation Night at 321-504-7771 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., $8/$12 Titusville, 321-863-6357 321-209-4796 Space Coast Lightfest Wickham Park Senior The Melbourne Alumnae $4 off with ID Community Awareness Event Center Panhellenic Women Wickham Park 7 p.m., Sheriff Ivey speaks Dinner and entertainment. 2785 Leisure Way December meeting on Human Trafficking in Call for tickets. 321-720-4109 2100 N. Atlantic Ave. Brevard County 321-255-4494 Cocoa Beach Eastern Florida State College 321-254-0672 1311 N. U.S. 1, Titusville

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CHRISTMAS DAY

9 a.m., free, Saturdays Buena Vida Estates 2129 W. New Haven Ave. W. Melbourne 321-724-0060

Blizzard at the Barn

1 - 4 p.m. Fundraiser for Harmony Farms. Pony rides, petting zoo, face painting, vendors, pizza, feed the horses. Harmony Farms 2205 Pluckebaum Rd., Cocoa 321-631-9433

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8 a.m., free Hundreds will gather to ride the waves and cheer with fun in the sun at the 7th annual Surfing Santas of Cocoa Beach. Minutemen Causeway, Cocoa Beach SurfingSantas.org

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New Year’s Eve at Wickham Park Senior Center

8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Dance music by The Duff Brothers. BYOB, set-ups provided, food, favors, Balloon Drop, Champagne Toast. Wickham Park Senior Ctr. 2785 Leisure Way Melbourne 321-255-4494

Christmas on the Green Dec. 13 • 3:30 p.m.

This joyful musical event will feature the First Grade Honors Chorus from North Brevard Schools, the Space Coast Symphony Winds, Park Avenue Christian Academy’s Voices of Victory, the Astronaut High School Chamber Choir, the Titusville High School Madrigals, and, of course, Santa.

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ALL MONTH SPACE COAST LIGHTFEST AT WICKHAM PARK More than 2.7 million twinkling holiday lights ignite the night sky at Wickham Park in Melbourne Dec. through Jan. 1, 2016. The Space Coast Lightfest is a holiday-themed drivethrough event transforming Wickham Park into a virtual winter wonderland. Tickets are $15 per car and available at the entrance or on-line. Stroll through the lights on Dec. 5 for one special night when cars are not allowed. For just $5 per person, enjoy entertainment, activities for the kids, Santa, crafts and much more. For a full schedule of special events and more information, go to spacecoastlightfest.com. BREVARD ZOO Head to the Zoo for a flurry of festive fun. From Dec. 19 to 22, you’ll have the chance to enjoy a blizzard of activities including animal encounters, games, crafts and a DJ. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the zoo from 9 to 11 a.m. Dec. 19 and 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Dec. 20 and 21. Treat the little ones to a family night hike Dec. 5, three-day winter camps Dec. 21 to 23 and Dec. 28 to 30, and a kids-only New Year’s Eve overnight Dec. 31. All activities other than educational programs are included with zoo admission. Details at brevardzoo.org.

DECEMBER 2 MELBOURNE COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR 7:30 p.m. Melbourne Auditorium 321-285-6724

DECEMBER 3 PARRISH MEDICAL CENTER PRESENTS SEASON OF LIGHT 6 - 8 p.m. 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville Tree lighting at 7:45 p.m. Games and prizes, holiday performances, train rides, face painting and more. Complimentary hot chocolate, cider and baked goods, refreshments for sale. Santa, Mrs. Claus and reindeer.

DECEMBER 5 MIMS CHRISTMAS PARADE, BBQ & CRAFT BAZAAR 8 a.m. to noon The bazaar opens at 8 a.m. and the parade and BBQ start at 10:30 a.m. CRACKER CHRISTMAS 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Dec. 5 & 6, free Fort Christmas Craft fair, BBQ, demonstrations of weaving, dutch oven cooking and more.

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‘THE NUTCRACKER’ 2 & 7 p.m. Tickets start at $19.50 King Center The Space Coast Ballet performs this magical Christmas tradition featuring internationally acclaimed principals Dusty Botton and Roddy Doble. Details at kingcenter.com. SOUNDS OF THE SEASON XII presented by the Harbor City Harmonizers 2 p.m. Scott Center for the Performing Arts 5625 Holy Trinity Dr., Suntree 321-727-3338 LIGHT UP ROCKLEDGE 6 p.m. Rockledge City Hall 1600 Huntington Lane, Rockledge 321-305-4975 Simultaneous illumination of the decorations at all of the city’s public buildings. Light refreshments served.

DECEMBER 6 WOMEN’S CENTER NORTH GUILD’S A GOURMET’S CHRISTMAS KITCHEN TOUR 4 - 8 p.m., $45 Tour six beautiful gourmet kitchens in Titusville and enjoy a tasty bite prepared by a local chef. Enter for a chance to win a cake prepared by a local baker or a designer floral arrangement. Enjoy entertainment from local musicians. For tickets, call 321-607-6811, go to womenscenterinbrevard.org or email womenscenternorthguild@gmail.com. HANDEL’S MESSIAH SING-ALONG 3 - 4:30 p.m. Bring your Messiah scores and join us as we interactively produce the Christmas portion from the celebrated Handel’s Messiah. First Presbyterian Church of Titusville 1235 S. Park Ave., Titusville

DECEMBER 8 ‘A PETER WHITE CHRISTMAS’ 7:30 p.m.; tickets start at $38 King Center This holiday contemporary jazz concert features world-renowned acoustic guitarist Peter White with trumpet/flugelhorn player Rick Braun and saxophonist/vocalist Mindi Abair. For details go to kingcenter.com.

DECEMBER 11 LET IT SNOW DOWNTOWN STREET PARTY 5 - 11 p.m., free Historic Downtown Titusville Bring a donation of new, unwrapped toys to the Marine Toys for Tots tent. Live music, performances, food, arts and crafts, Santa and Mrs. Claus.

DECEMBER 12 MELBOURNE LIGHT PARADE 6 p.m., free Downtown Melbourne The Melbourne Light Parade was created to help the less fortunate families in Brevard County. Bring a new unwrapped toy, non- perishable food item, and/or bag of dog or cat food to be collected on the first float. The parade starts on the corner of Nasa and Airport Blvds., proceeds south on Airport Blvd. to Hibiscus Blvd., proceeds west on Hibiscus Blvd. and ends at the intersection of Hibiscus Blvd. and Gateway D. For more information, email melbournelightparade@yahoo.com SANTA’S SHOPPE 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., free Cocoa Presbyterian Church 1404 Dixon Blvd., Cocoa Vendors, crafts and more.

DECEMBER 19 PORT ST. JOHN CHRISTMAS PARADE 11 a.m. Proceeds east along Fay Blvd. from Waterloo Ave. to Carole Ave. This year’s theme is “Hollywood Christmas.”

DECEMBER 20 AN ENCHANTED CHRISTMAS WITH CAROLINE HINTON 7 - 9:45 p.m., $25 The Scott Center at Holy Trinity Episcopal, 5625 Holy Trinity Dr., Melbourne Classical vocalist Caroline Hinton presents sings her favorite collection of some of the most beautiful Christmas songs of all time.

TITUSVILLE CHRISTMAS PARADE 6 p.m. Starts at Titusville High School and runs north on U.S. 1 to Broad Street. This year’s theme is “Fun in the Sun.” CHRISTMAS PARADE PORCH PARTY 5:30-9:30 Historic Pritchard House 424 S. Washington Ave., Titusville Upstairs, $50; downstairs $25. Reservations required. Festive snacks and drinks served. Entertainment and Christmas sing-along. BREVARD COMMUNITY CHORUS 7:30 p.m. Choral concert presenting “Gloria” along with other favorites. King Center 321-242-2219, kingcenter.com

DECEMBER 13 HOLIDAY BRUNCH & TOY DRIVE 12 - 2:30 p.m. $25 in advance; $30 at the door plus a teen appropriate gift or gift card. 3600 S. Riverside Dr., Indialantic RSVP: gaab.info@yahoo.com Benefiting Nana’s House children and the Devereux teens. The holiday brunch and toy drive is open to all Brevard County residents. Enjoy a champagne holiday brunch at the magnificent riverfront home of Steven and Valerie Karas. View the festive Christmas tree collection throughout the house and the holiday display of nutcrackers. Sponsored by the Greek American Association of Brevard. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 12 - 5 p.m. Melbourne Auditorium 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne Handcrafted items, jewelry, giveaways, free kids activities, baked goods, pictures with Santa.

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BOAT PARADES COCOA BEACH 6 p.m., Dec. 12 Starting at Marker 101 near Centennial Park on State Road 520 (across from Cape Canaveral Hospital). For more information, go to cocoabeachrotary.org/ cocoabeachboatparade.cfm CAPE CANAVERAL 8 p.m., Dec. 19 Beginning at the locks and continuing past all of the restaurants to Jetty Park and back to the locks. For more information, go to visitportcanaveral.com. MERRITT ISLAND 6 p.m., Dec. 19 Starts at Sykes Creek Parkway Bridge, proceeds north through Sykes Creek and adjacent canals. SATELLITE BEACH GRAND CANAL 6:30 p.m., Dec. 19 The parade will start at the north end of the Grand Canale and head south, circle clockwise around Lake Shepherd and then south. TITUSVILLE 7 p.m., Dec. 19 Boats depart the Titusville Municipal Marina at 7 p.m. and travel south on the Indian River to Kennedy Point Yacht Club and Marina, then return to the starting point.

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A New Year story Funny thing is ... Sammy Haddad

As the ball slowly drops Toward the crowd below, The screaming gets even louder And the hysteria starts to grow. And finally the ball reaches The end of its trip Exactly at the stroke of midnight And the crowd loses its grip.

’Twas the night before New Year’s And all through Time Square, All the creatures were stirring And you should see some of their hair.

They are seen hugging and kissing, All these new-found friends, Wishing each other Happy New Year, But the love will soon end.

The aliens have landed, Or so it may seem, Because humans don’t have hair Colored yellow, purple and green.

Because just minutes later They will try to go home, But so will four million others. Oh no, they’re not alone.

Of course it is freezing But they give that no care Because alcohol is in their veins Where blood used to be there.

There’s people to the left And the right and the back Like sardines in a can Well oiled and jam packed.

A couple of hours ago They were all in their cars, Beeping and cussing As they raced to the bars.

Just mere minutes ago They loved each other so much. Now if they get in the way They might get a punch.

Now they’re gathering together As if they were friends. Oh how a few shots of whiskey Can make such amends.

And what will become Of these revelers the next day After fighting the crowds Who were all in their way?

As the midnight hour approaches And anticipation starts to rise, The excitement overtakes them And they look to the skies.

Is it hangovers that ail them? Well for some that is true. But it’s not all from drinking Because some had the flu.

Are they looking for spaceships And for what are their cheers? Is it the second coming? Nope, it’s a giant ball with the next year.

Since you watched on TV You can be of good cheer Because you’re unscathed and healthy To start a HAPPY NEW YEAR. SL

Gift ideas abound in Fifth Avenue Art Gallery’s annual craft show BY WENDY SCHEURING Forty fine craftsmen and women will be showcasing one-of-a-kind holiday gifts at the Fifth Avenue Art Gallery at 1470 Highland Avenue in Melbourne through January 9. Enhancing the sale, for the monthly First Friday Art Walk from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 4 that takes place throughout the Eau Gallie Arts District, glassblower Brett Tam will create his art in front of the gallery. Three-dimensional art, ceramics, jewelry, hand-crafted shawls, dolls and ornaments crafted by artisans from Florida and beyond will be for sale through the holiday season. “We are always looking for artists to invite,” gallery president Mark Mittleman said. The gallery’s hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday. The gallery will host a memorial exhibit and sale of work by former member and founder, Joan Wallace from Jan. 5 through 31. There will be no First Friday Art Walk in January due to the holiday. Wallace worked in commercial art in the beginning of her career and ultimately turned to watercolor and

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This vase by Barrie Harding represents one of a wide variety of arts for sale through Jan. 9 at Fifth Avenue Art Gallery. seriagraphy as her mediums of choice. She lived in Brevard County with her husband and children and was very active on the local art scene. For more information, go to fifthavenueartgallery.com or call 321259-8261. SL

Book Review BY MARY BROTHERTON Where Your Heart Meets God’s By Flora Reigada Senior Life writer Flora Reigada has teamed up with Helping Hands Press to release a Bible-based e-book that poses the question, “If God had something to say to you, how would you know?” In addition to the Bible, Reigada refers to John Bunyun’s “Pilgrim’s Progress” and C.S. Lewis’ “The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe,” in addition to her own life experiences. Written in a conversational or personal essay-style, “Where Your Heart Meets God’s” is easy to read with scriptural references to treasures of the heart. The chapters all begin with a clue to what the chapter holds, such as The Jewel of a Young Man’s Wisdom, which begins with a verse from Psalms and shares the author’s personal encounter with a young pastor who explained that “God is God. He can do whatever He pleases.” She had asked if he believed the “visions, dreams and personal revelations were signs for the ancient Jewish people and no longer applied after the canon of Scripture was completed.” After she started listening for God’s voice, she discovered the answers don’t always come as audible sounds to be heard only with the ears. Each chapter is a tapestry of her life’s stories, woven into her writing with Scriptural references and examples of how God spoke to her. Each short chapter ends with a “pearl to ponder” like, “Has God’s voice ever surprised you?” and a “love nugget,” such as, “God gives treasures to those He treasures.” Other than the way the book has been formatted, without clearly marked paragraphs, it’s easy to read and inspiring. SL

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Our eyes and ears turned to Paris after the monstrous attacks that took the lives of so many. Our hearts are with them. What an incredible loss for humanity; what a profound concern for what the world’s next steps will be. Paris, the city of light where so many important events have taken place throughout history, was again the center of attention. Unfortunately, not for the upcoming Conference of Parties — COP21, the 21st United Nations Conference on Climate Change — but for a more pressing issue. The kind that transforms the way we live and has an impact on everyone. Events like that make us stop and think to reevaluate where we are going. We feel the need to adjust course and focus on what we can do, what is important in life and for life. Events like the one of November 13 give us one more reason to be forward thinking and want to break free from fossil fuel and invest in clean energy. That is something we can do right now and organizations like The Climate Reality Project — climaterealityproject.org — are willing to push to make that happen. Joining forces is crucial. On Nov. 13 and 14, The Climate Reality Project was going to host 24 Hours of Reality, a live broadcast to connect the whole world for 24 hours to talk about solutions, demand action from our leaders and remind them that the world is watching. That program was suspended “out of solidarity to the French people and the city of Paris”

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after the attacks, but its goal lives on. Climate change is a reality and affects all of us. This past October, the Indian River Lagoon levels hit an alltime high. “Throughout the year, the lagoon level typically varies by about a foot, with the peak in October. […] But this past month, the lagoon rose a bit higher than usual even for October,” wrote Florida Today’s Jim Waymer. The reason? “Blame the seasonal slowing of the Gulf Stream. El Niño. Global warming. The moon. Hurricane Joaquin. Or all the above.” Finding means to “create a healthy, sustainable and prosperous future by making a planet-wide shift from dirty fossil fuels to clean, reliable, and affordable renewable energy” needs to be made a priority. Through innovative solutions that start at a local level, we can engage people and make fundamental changes that will lead us to that future. Just recently in Brevard County,

Christine Kane, a fellow Climate Reality leader, took a step toward bringing home the decision on how to deal with plastic bags with views to reduce plastic pollution and protect the environment. Kane’s recommendation was backed up by local government, and the resolution crafted by Brevard County’s Natural Resources Management Department to support “statewide home rule for the regulation of single-use plastic carry-out shopping bags” was approved by the County Commissioners. That is what Climate Reality Leadership is about. Despite the attacks that took place in Paris, COP21 will proceed as planned. From Nov. 30 to Dec. 11, the world will be watching as leaders from around the globe meet in Paris to “achieve a legally binding and universal agreement on climate.” Keep watching. Their decisions will affect the future of us all. SL Email Marcia Booth at Marcia@3RsAndBeyond.org.

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trudge up steps made of mud and tires, duck under a string of multicolored prayer flags and enter a round structure with a peaked roof. “You’re in Tibet,” says the guide. Well, sort of. But this Tibet is in central Arkansas rather than central Asia, part of the Global Village at Heifer Ranch, which in turn is part of an extraordinary program that depicts areas of the world rarely seen by tourists. This Tibet is not one of monks and monasteries, gilded statues and golden Buddhas. Rather, it’s the Tibet of oft-forgotten communities, the Tibet of the poor. My husband and I like to travel for many reasons, but our primary goal is to learn and understand how people live today. Thus, for us, Heifer Ranch, which is 45 miles northwest of Little Rock, is a grand travel opportunity, a chance to see the world without a passport.

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eifer International got its start in the 1930s when an Indiana aide worker named Dan West realized that starving children needed more than small handouts of rationed food. “These children don’t need a cup of milk; they need a cow,” he said. To test his theory, he sent heifers to underprivileged families in Puerto Rico with the understanding that the recipients would give the female offspring to neighbors, who in turn would pass on that cow’s offspring to yet other families. Eventually, the majority of the villagers owned livestock, and the community became self-sufficient. As the project expanded, West began raising animals on a ranch in the United States and distributing them to needy families abroad, but soon the cost became prohibitive. Today the Arkansas property is used for educational and inspirational purposes. In this way, “passing on the gift” has come to mean more than passing on the gift of an animal; it also means passing on the gift of awareness. As visitors to The Ranch become more aware of conditions in poor communities, they share their knowledge, resources and skills to help Heifer attain its goal, which is to do no less than end hunger and poverty around the world. It’s a noble plan, one that seems particularly apropos now as the holiday season approaches. We’re driving to the Visitor Center, the radio tuned to a station that’s playing Christmas songs, when we suddenly spot a camel resting peacefully in a wooden shelter. A camel in Arkansas? It seems that miracles abound at Heifer. All that’s missing is two more camels and three wise men.

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Camels were used in a project in Tanzania. The trio of small homes depicts those in Africa.

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he Ranch only provides formal tours for large groups, but staff and volunteers do their best to accommodate individuals. We’re in luck. A recent retiree who’s spending several months working at Heifer offers to zoom us around in a golf cart. “Camels were used in our Tanzania project,” he explains. “Between the gift of a camel and Heifer-provided training in sustainable agriculture and animal husbandry, the villagers were able to raise their standard of living considerably. The Tanzanian project is a typical success story.” Our first stop is the Tibetan House. While it’s made of canvas, a sign informs us that in the “real” Tibet, it would be made from yak hair and sheep’s wool. The design allows it to be collapsed as the family follows the yaks from one grazing ground to another. We move on to see other parts of this recreated world: a Thai shack perched on stilts, a group of African huts with conical roofs, a ramshackle

Appalachian cabin, a generic urban warehouse cobbled together from scrap metal and a dilapidated school bus that once served as a home for a family in the Mississippi delta. Finally we stop at a Guatemalan farm consisting of a small cinderblock house, a raised garden bed and, thanks to solar panels, electricity at night. It’s almost luxurious compared to the other homes. These structures are used in Heifer’s extensive program of experiential workshops, during which organized groups spend anywhere from a few hours to several days getting a glimpse what it’s like to live in poverty. They milk goats, gather eggs, care for pigs, till the fields and tend to vegetable gardens. If they stay in the Guatemalan house, they may make tortillas; if they’re assigned to the African hut, they may make bricks with primitive tools. During the spring lambing program, women may even help deliver lambs. Participants in all Heifer programs invariably say it’s a life changing

SENIOR LIFE

Large groups get to see Heifer Ranch via a tractor-drawn bus. experience, one that opens their eyes as well as their hearts. It enables them to see the world and at the same time pass on the gift — be it the gift of a goat to an impoverished village, a basket made by an artisan in a developing country, or simply the gift of spreading the word. This is travel — and Christmas — at its best. For more on Heifer’s programs and gift-giving opportunities, go to heifer. org. SL Senior Life correspondents Andrea Gross and Irv Green bring their world travels to Brevard.

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