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The love of drama instilled early on, for two Brevard County students, has now resulted in The Viera Studio For the Performing Arts opening May 2. Before going to New York City to pursue careers in the arts, founders Monica ToroLisciandro and Jonathan McFadden met in Suntree Elementary School and got early instruction in drama at Johnson Junior High School in Melbourne. “It was in New York when we started talking about opening something like this. We’re focusing on the whole child and how to apply these skills to their everyday life,’’ McFadden said. Toro-Lisciandro received a bachelor of arts with concentrations in theatre performance and theatre education at the prestigious theatre university, Marymount Manhattan College. While in college, VIERA VOICE George White she student-taught at the Viera Studio for the Performing Arts owners and founders Monica Toro-Lisciandro and Jonathan McFadden Professional Performing meet with Viera High Principal Jim Hickey, whom they knew from taking drama from him at Johnson Junior Arts School in Manhattan, High School in Melbourne Thursday, April 12, 2011. interned for a prominent casting director, and Cocoa Village Playhouse. be seen hosting promotional at the studio include performed in professional In 2004, he headed to web videos for Brevard acting, musical theatre, touring theatre companies. Hollywood where he won Community College and commercials, audition McFadden first discovered the Best New Talent of Los WBCC-TV. techniques, college audition his love for the performing preparation, public speaking, Angeles Award. He also “We’ve always wanted arts more than a decade movement, instrumental has appeared on television to do this and now we’re ago, while volunteering as techniques and vocal in national commercials, back in Brevard, so it just a cast member in countless techniques. on stage in numerous sort of worked out,’’ Torocommunity theatre There also will be professional musical and Lisciandro said. productions at The Historic instrumental music taught dance productions, and can Classes to be offered See Theatre School page 8

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A new initiative called the Hidden Gems program uses the expertise and knowledge of local experts and residents to highlight the fact that Florida’s Space Coast is much more than home of the space shuttle, exciting wildlife refuges, a thriving cruise port and beautiful beaches. VIERA VOICE Katherine Sonn The program provides a Rob Varley, left, and Jim Ridenour deeper look into the many attend the Hidden Gems launch unique and treasured at The Air Force Space & Missile resources of the area. History Museum on Wednesday, Local tourism leaders March 28, 2012. collaborated with residents, photographers, historians, archeologists, endangered lands specialists and others to create an interactive website and provide printed

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Vivian Mundo, GFWC Sunshine Juniorette president and senior at Viera High School, and Kristin Dowell, senior at Eau Gallie High School, ready to play Strawberry Bean Bag Toss with youngsters at the Habitat for Humanity Strawberry Festival, March 18, 2012. Special to viera voice

VIERA VOICE George White National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors Spacecoast members Marvin Shelton and Joseph Cianchetti are on the committee to bring the Habitat for Humanity Golf Tournament to Suntree for its third year. Photo taken Monday, March 12, 2012. By George White

Helping those willing to work hard to help themselves is the thought behind the 3rd annual charity golf tournament sponsored by the 56-member Habitat for Humanity and National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) Space Coast. The tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Friday, May 18 at Suntree Country Club. Registration deadline for players is May 5. “Last year we had a good crowd but we’re looking to double our efforts this year,’’ said event Chairman Joseph Cianchetti. “The money is going to be put to good use and is tax deductible. This tournament shows that we are committed to the community that we live in. When it started, we wanted more recognition as to what we (NAIFA) do for our charity and the community. We thought donating it to Habitat for Humanity was a natural fit for us.” He said that the sponsors have tried to improve on the benefits offered to participants each year, in an effort to boost the amount raised and donated to Habitat. This year’s benefits include: • Grand prize $20,000 • All golfers receive a two-night hotel stay (no time share or sales pitch) and a $75 gift Calloway gift card Par 3 hole-in-one prizes include: • A new Cadillac from Murphy Cadillac • A new golf cart from Pro Golf Car • A five-day/four-night cruise for two to the Caribbean. • Two round trip airline tickets to anywhere in the continental United States. • An electronic package choice between an iPod Touch, Playstation 3 or 32-inch flat panel TV. “We have 120 slots for golfers and we’d like to bring new golfers into play this year,’’ Cianchetti said. NAIFA Spacecoast member Marvin Shelton said that the event will build as long as large corporate sponsors can be attracted. “The most important thing is we’re trying to get major sponsorships and that’s hard to come by. We’re looking for anchor sponsors and we want to generate interest this year for next year’s event,’’ he said. The cost is $450 for a foursome, $125 for an individual. For information, visit naifa.golfreg.com and naifaspacecoast.com. VV

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Greater Federation of Women’s Club (GFWC) Sunshine Juniorettes volunteered at the Brevard Zoo’s EcoFair on March 17 and demonstrated the oyster mat project to visitors. Early the next morning, they were at the Brevard Community College Melbourne Campus to volunteer at the Habitat for Humanity Strawberry Festival, and on Saturday, March 24, they helped with craft activities during Kid Fest 2012 at Viera High School.

The Sunshine Juniorettes are sponsored by the GFWC Viera Woman’s Club, which is part of the oldest and largest organization of volunteer women in the world. The young women receive community service credit for the hours they volunteer, which can be applied toward academic scholarships in some cases. Juniorette clubs are comprised of middle and high school-aged young women working to meet the needs of their communities. There are currently 22 Juniorette clubs in the state

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How do you eat an Oreo? Either I shove the whole thing in my mouth or bite it in half. My sister taught me to put peanut butter on it, sometimes.

What is your greatest pet p peeve? People who gripe and complain about everything.

Tell us something about yourself that might surprise casual acquaintances. I went white water rafting on the Colorado River for five days on a level-4 rapid. What historical event do you wish you could have witnessed firsthand? The collapse of the Berlin Wall.

What is your favorite movie line? “The heart doesn’t choose who it loves.”

If you could invite any historical figure, from any era to your home, who would you invite? Princess Diana. We could talk about the charities and causes she has helped so I can help, too. Plus we would play “dress up.” If money weren’t an issue, what would you do for the rest of your life? I love to travel so I’d travel worldwide. I’d help people and animals with things they are in need of, such as money, food and shelter.

When was the last time you said “I am glad I don’t have that job”? While watching the TV show Deadliest Catch.

Would you volunteer to be one of the first colonists on Mars if it meant you could never return to earth? No. I haven’t explored this planet enough.

At its annual meeting on March 19, Suntree Country Club equity members elected three new directors to its board. Directors Dr. Richard “Dick” Baney, John Banks and Briggs Kilborne accepted three-year terms through March 2015. Dr. Baney practiced internal medicine at MIMA for 20 years, served as medical director for Holmes Regional and CEO of HealthFirst Physicians Group. He has been a Florida Tech trustee for 26 years and was founding director and chairman at Reliance Bank and Bank Brevard, which is now BankFirst. After 23 years with First Union/Wachovia, John Banks retired as area president in 2006. He has also served as director for various nonprofit organizations, including United Way of Brevard, Brevard Community College Foundation,

What do you think is the best invention of all time? The wheelchair!

If you could fill the Trojan Horse with anything other than Greek soldiers, what would you use? Blueberries. They are loaded in antioxidants. I eat them by the handfuls and a pint at a time. What do you wish you still had from your childhood? Not worrying about “real life” things. VV

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Florida Institute of Technology Board of Overseers and others. Briggs Kilborne is president of Bay Street Corporation, a company that provides growth capital and consulting services, primarily to small businesses. Prior to Bay Street, Kilborne was president of MediaSpan Software. The following day, Suntree’s board of directors re-elected its first president to run for four consecutive years. Ernest Gault’s current term on the board expires in March 2013. Other elected officers, who will also serve one-year terms, include Bob Klein, vice-president; Bob Straub, treasurer; and Phyllis Tennian, secretary. Suntree Country Club is located at Country Club Drive, just off Wickham Road. For more information, call 321-242-6249. VV

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Most snowbirds are on their way to the northern respite by the end of May. Seasoned part-time residents will have a set routine as they prepare their Brevard homes for departure. Veteran snowbirds know that the exodus means more than just packing a bag and locking the doors. Here are some tips that may be helpful. Before leaving, there are precautions necessary no matter what type of property you have. One of the best things you can do is find a reliable house sitter. This would be someone who comes into your home on a regular basis while you are away. There are professional companies that offer this type of service or you may be fortunate enough to have

a reliable friend or neighbor. Reliability is the key because the welfare of your Florida home depends on regular, knowledgeable checkups. An advantage of a professional company is that they usually have a cadre of vendors ready to step in and resolve emergencies that may occur. Also, the pros normally are in a better position to assess the situation and react quickly to bring in the appropriate repair company. Whether you use a professional or go with a friend or relative, be sure you have a clear understanding of what you would like accomplished during the inspections and the parameters of their actions without getting approval from you. The understanding

should be in writing. It may not be as formal with a friend or relative as with a professional. However, having a written document may avoid relationship problems with friends or relatives. Be sure there is a list of items you want covered during the inspections. Provide a list of all of your regular vendors who are familiar with your home. Also, leave clear and concise contact information for reaching you. Give your house sitter backup contacts in case you are not available and let them know of any travel plans you may have that could prevent access. Finally, be aware that the Brevard Sheriff’s Department will provide periodic drive-bys in your

absence if you alert them to your vacancy. This is minimal protection in the overall scheme of things, as the deputy will not be going inside your home. It is a lot easier to be proactive rather than reactive. VV

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.

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The Suntree Masters Homeowner Association elected new board members for the upcoming fiscal year. Board members serve two years. Jeff Thompson, a lifelong resident of Brevard County, understands the value of community. He chose Suntree as the place to build his home 12 years ago, and believes Suntree is the best place to live in East Central Florida. In 2010, Thompson was elected to the Suntree Masters Homeowners Association (SMHA) Board and has served on the Covenant Enforcement Committee. The graduate of Satellite High School, Brevard Community College, and University of Central Florida currently serves as the director of the Merritt Island Public Library. In 2011, he was appointed the North Area Libraries director, overseeing additional public library operations in Port St. John, Titusville and Mims/ Scottsmoor. An outdoor enthusiast, Thompson and his wife, Joyce Wilden, enjoy frequent hiking and exploring Florida’s out-ofthe-way places. He is an amateur filmmaker in his

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Members of the Suntree Slammers shaved their heads in support of children with cancer, Saturday, March 17, 2012

The Suntree Slammers, a team of 11- and 12-year-old Little Leaguers, discovered life is more than baseball when Garrett Lamp approached the team. Lamp is the Viera organizer of St. Baldrick’s Children’s Cancer Research Foundation. The team had been raising money to play in Cooperstown, N.Y., in June, but decided to raise money in support of St. Baldrick’s. All

the players, some brothers, most of their fathers and all of the team’s coaches shaved their heads on March 17 at The Avenue Viera. Their efforts generated $5,898 toward the more than $150,000 raised that day. For more information, or to donate to help the Suntree Slammers make it to New York this summer, call 321-591-8243. VV

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Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Mark Moreno leads his congregation in releasing butterflies on Easter Sunday, April 8, 2012. By Rosemary H. Lynn

On April 8, Hope Lutheran Church celebrated the Christian belief that Jesus rose to heaven on Easter Sunday with an unusual ceremony. Pastor Mark Moreno led his flock outside to the grounds surrounding the church where everyone would have a chance to release a butterfly into the morning sky. Between services, children and adults received tiny envelopes, each containing a small painted lady butterfly. Moreno explained how to release the delicate insects and at the count of five, everyone opened their envelopes carefully and the butterflies fluttered into the air around them. Some of the butterflies were reluctant to

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leave their cozy hideaway in the corner of the envelope and others perched in the parishioners’ opened palms before taking flight. According to Moreno, there were about 200 butterflies for the service. He said, “I got the idea to begin this annual tradition from a friend who is a minister at a church out of state. I thought it was the perfect reflection of the meaning of Easter Sunday.” The butterflies were purchased online and arrived safely for their special flight. Hope Lutheran has a congregation of approximately 125 people, but on Easter Sunday, there were many visitors attending, as well. For more information, call Pastor Mark Moreno at 321-242-1610. VV

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Theatre School, continued from page 1 by Bob Barone, music instructor at the School of Performing Arts at Gardendale Elementary Magnet School and music director for Rockledge United Methodist Church and the Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse. Also on staff is Carolyn Barone, an 18-year veteran teacher from the School of Performing Arts at Gardendale Elementary Magnet School. The cost for weekly classes starts at $35 per month for children with discounts for multiple classes. There is no registration but all students must purchase a T-shirt to be worn at all related classes and events. The studio also offers eCoaching, which allows students to video chat with one of the experienced

professionals for 15 or 30 minutes for advice and feedback. Former Johnson Junior High School drama teacher, now Viera High School Principal Jim Hickey, well remembers a couple of star students who dreamed big. “We had something magical then for a few years. The benefit was as much for us teachers as it was for the students. I always said that one day I’ll be working for them. It’s great to have them back and to see that they got into drama. They’ll do fine,’’ Hickey said. The Viera Studio for the Performing Arts is located at The Suntree Business Center, Suite 219 at 3270 Suntree Blvd. For more information, call 646-263-6859 or visit thevierastudio.com. VV

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Players concentrate on their tiles as they play scrabble at the Indian Oaks Community Center in Rockledge, Fla. on April 10, 2012. By Rosemary H. Lynn

Christine Engle, acting director for the Rockledge Scrabble Club, is excited about the small club that has attracted game enthusiasts from all over the county. Meeting once a week on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at the Indian Oaks Community Center off Barnes Boulevard, players come to share their love of words and compete against one another in a friendly atmosphere. There are currently about

10 regular members but Engle believes when more people hear about the club, they will be encouraged to investigate. They play one on one, using a chess timer, with a total of 25 minutes each, to play a round. They utilize the official National Scrabble Association rules and dictionary. Games are fast paced. Each winner of a round plays against another winner of a two-person team. This goes on for almost three hours every Tuesday.

There are many Scrabble clubs in the United States in just about every state and every city. National Tournaments are held at least once a year. Two years ago, a national tournament was held in Orlando. Experts, intermediates and beginners are invited to attend. Scrabble is a mentally stimulating game that offers a challenging and entertaining way for people with memory and cognizance issues. It is one of the best ways to encourage spelling and vocabulary excellence in young people as well as the senior population. “We really want to encourage people to join who love to play the game and know the basic rules. Although we have a good time together, we take our challenges quite seriously,” Engle said. “But of course we want our members to have fun, and they do.” For information, contact Engle at 321-637-0457 or cengle27@gmail.com. VV

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Capt. Richard Pierce (second from left) of Viera’s Station 47, and fire medic William “Will” Lilienthal (fourth from left) with Viera’s Station 48 Special Operations Unit were among the Brevard County Fire Rescue members to walk with FDNY’s Rescue 4 in the Welcome Home Veteran’s Parade on Saturday, April 14, 2012.

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Lt. Tyler Cox put another notch in Brevard County’s 9/11 belt last month when the Brevard County Fire Rescue planner brought to Viera a famous fire engine used in response to the national and world tragedy. Fire Department of New York’s Rescue 4 unit is now a mobile educational tool, historical artifact and memorial. “It was a lot of hard work, with many ups and downs and much turmoil and elation among all the team members in achieving this great honor,” said Cox, who also lead the project to obtain a chunk of the World Trade Center wreckage and raise money to design and

build a memorial to display it at Station 48 in Viera. Rescue 4 was stationed at Station 48 for two weeks and was driven in the April 14 Welcome Home Veterans Parade before its return to New York City. The venture was in partnership with the Remembrance Rescue Project, a nonprofit organization created by firefighters to preserve awareness of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Additionally, the project provides support to children of fallen firefighters throughout the United States, while also working to restore Rescue 4. The historical rescue vehicle was stationed in Queens and carried eight highly-trained

firefighters to the site of the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. Today, while not an FDNY operation, Rescue 4 is the only fire apparatus from that event operating outside New York City. “It is important for each of us to remember what an important day in our nation’s history 9/11 was and the sacrifices that were made by so many people, including the 343 brother firefighters who were lost, eight of whom rode on this very truck,” Cox said. “We are honored to be a host department for Rescue 4 and bring this piece of history to our community.” For more information, visit fdnyrescue4.com. VV

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Holy Trinity welcomes Sacred Harp singing By George White

Sweet sounds of authentic Sacred Harp American hymns filled both campuses of Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne April 13 and 14 during a two-day public event that focused on the musical art form. Named for the human voice, Sacred Harp is used to describe a style of hymn singing once prevalent in early America and still existing today in rural pockets.

The action kicked off April 13 with the Florida premiere of Awake, My Soul, a documentary film and discussion about the Sacred Harp presented by Atlanta filmmakers, Matt and Erica Hinton, at the school’s Scott Center for Worship and Performing Arts. In a related event, Georgia ethnomusicologist Jesse Karlsberg taught Sacred Harp singing school workshops on Friday and Saturday that outgrew the chapel and had to be moved

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to the original church. “We are happy and proud to be hosting genuine Sacred Harp singing at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy,” said Lorie Wacaster, Holy Trinity Academy’s director of chorus and orchestra. The large turnout for the singing school, including several participants from out of town, was welcome in that it spread the message or brought back memories about this unique religious music, according to Wacaster. “They really seemed to enjoy it. For some of them, they remember going to church and singing like this when they were kids. It sounds good and it’s different than our modern

music,’’ she said. Learning Sacred Harp singing seemed easy even for beginners through the instruction of Karlsberg. He is active as a teacher, composer, organizer and singer in the Sacred Harp singing community in the Southeastern United States and around the world. He is the chairman of the Georgia State Sacred Harp Singing Convention and vice president of the Sacred Harp Publishing Company, the organization that publishes the songbook, “The Sacred Harp”. Karlsberg has been an instructor at Camp Fasola, an annual Sacred Harp singing school in Alabama, since 2007. He has taught Sacred

Harp singing schools in a dozen states, as well as in Poland, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. The presentation may have been one of the first times Sacred Harp music has been performed in Central Florida but Wacaster said she is hoping it is not the last. “We’re looking to establish a monthly singing of Sacred Harp so we can keep this style of music alive,’’ she said. The Sacred Harp event at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy is being made possible through a $3,825 grant from the Community Foundation for Brevard. For more information on Sacred Harp singing, visit awakemysoul.com. VV

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In its second year, the nonprofit Megan’s Books for Babies Golf Tournament at Duran Golf Club, May 5, hopes to exceed the nearly $10,000 raised in 2011. A shotgun start will begin the four-player scramble at 8:30 a.m. The charity provides new board books to babies in neonatal intensive care units (NICU). The organization has given more than 2,000 books to Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies in Orlando, the third largest NICU in the country. The books help families begin to bond, they stimulate the baby’s brain and language, and they establish an early habit of reading. For more information, visit megansbooksforbabies.org or call 321-631-7240. VV

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Cinco de Mayo celebration at Alamo Mexican Kitchen By George White

Every year, for the past 45 years, the Alamo Mexican Kitchen is packed on May 5 for the Cinco de Mayo celebration and this year is not going to be different, according to manager Debi Enriquez. “We’re going to have the Tropical Fusion Band playing Latin music inside and there will be special prizes. That’s a busy day for us and we open an hour early, at 4 p.m.,’’ she said. Normal hours are from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on weekdays and closing at 10 p.m. on weekends. The restaurant is open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sundays and is closed on Mondays. The menu at the Alamo Mexican Kitchen explains how the restaurant—the first Mexican restaurant in Brevard County—has been able to stay in business for 45 years. It states: “The history . . . and the story of the Enriquez family cannot be separated. Where there is one there is the other.” The history begins at the space program testing ground in White Sands, New Mexico, where Alberto Enriquez and his wife Irene faced an important decision. “When that (program) ended, they gave him a choice of where

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Alamo Mexican Kitchen bartender William Anzueto will be making many more margaritas for the landmark restaurant’s Cinco de Mayo celebration.

to live between California, Houston, Mississippi and Florida. We chose Florida,’’ said Irene Enriquez. She said that the restaurant was founded in May 1967 in a former gift shop and snack bar. Back rooms were used for storage and to hand-make corn tortillas, which were hard to find on the Space Coast back then. “It was a lot of work,’’ she said. Now those rooms are used for seating. Irene Enriquez’ mother was brought in at the start to help teach the cooks the authentic recipes that had been handed down for generations. An

original partner with restaurant experience helped the couple learn the business. “We knew we wanted to open a restaurant but we had no knowledge of the restaurant business,’’ she said. The restaurant now seats around 190 and those seats are often filled with members of a loyal customer base with only a few Latinos actually from Mexico, according to Irene Enriquez. “We’ve been around so long that now we’re seeing the fourth generation. The parents came in, their kids came in, they had kids and now their kids are coming,’’

she said. And, like those customers, the large and growing number of Enriquez family members makes the business special. “They are the ones who really care and want to maintain the culture and recipes. They have been a tremendous help,’’ she said. Starting from Alberto and Irene, next are their children, Albert Jr., Patsy, Carrie, Jannette and Debi, followed by grandchildren Trish, Melissa, Maria, Michael, Christina and Erika, and great grandchildren Jake, Torre, Nicolas, Chloe, Meredith and Jackson. “And since we had the menus printed, there now is Cooper and another on the way,’’ Irene Enriquez said. The restaurant business can be a bit hectic at times, but Irene Enriquez said she wouldn’t have it any other way. “This is my life, my kids are my life. Second to that is the restaurant. And we have such great clientele. It’s like one big happy family. We greet each other with hugs. Sometimes when a regular customer misses a week or two we start getting worried,” she said. “We don’t have the most elegant place but people who have eaten Mexican all over

say we have the best food and margaritas. Sometimes they come straight from the airport. And, no matter where else they go, they can’t find the Irene Special. It’s similar to a Mexican pizza starting with a fried shell with refried beans, whatever filling they want, and topped with cheese and garnished with lettuce and tomato. People ask for The Irene,’’ she said. The Alamo Mexican Kitchen is located at 5885 on U.S. 1 in Rockledge. For more information, call 321-632-2549. VV

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Alamo Mexican Kitchen family members, from left, Debi Enriquez, her husband William Anzueto and Debi’s mother Irene Enriquez are gearing up for another fabulous Cinco de Mayo celebration at the 45-year-old restaurant.

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Daffodil Gala set for August 18 Space Coast Cancer Foundation recently announced that the 6th Annual Daffodil Gala, South Pacific Style, will be held on the evening of Saturday, August 18, 2012 at the Holiday Inn Viera. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event will include enjoyable entertainment, dancing, delectable cuisine and socializing with community leaders. Space Coast Cancer Foundation, a 501(c)(3)

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Fitness fun day fosters FCAT readiness

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Suntree Elementary School students and staff took part in a fitness fun day Friday, April 13, 2012 to beat stress before the FCAT tests April 16-27.

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Suntree Elementary School hosted a Friday, April 13 fitness fun day to beat the stress of the upcoming Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test. The FCAT was held over the span of

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Manatee Elementary School student is a soccer star By Chance Hall

Johnnie-Joy “JJ” Bryant started playing soccer at 5 years old in Hawaii. When her family moved to the area in 2006, she started playing at the Rockledge Soccer Club. She was chosen to play on a Rockledge boys’ competitive soccer team when she was 9, where she played for two years. During that time she was invited to guest-play on older girls’ teams frequently. While playing on the boys team at a tournament, she was asked to guest-play in a Disney tournament for an Orlando soccer club. She now plays for the FC (Football

Club) America girls under-12 team called FEAR and has had a great season. The team has done well in tournament play, both here in Florida and on the travel team. She wears double zero, and is known as one of the fastest players on the team. Bryant has been picked up for the Olympic Development Program (ODP) this year, and will attend two ODP Team Training Camps at Auburndale, Fla. in May and June. Also, she has been selected to attend the ODP Region III Camp at The University of Montevallo, in Montevallo, Ala. the end of June. At the Region III camp,

she will be placed on the Florida ODP Team. The 12-year-old athlete also has been invited to attend the U.S. Soccer Training Center next month in Tampa, making the Manatee Elementary School student one of the youngest players at the center. She said, “I am so happy to be attending the U.S. National training camp. My dream is to one day play on a U.S. National team, representing my country. After that, I hope to become a professional soccer player.” For more information, visit fcamerica.org. VV

Viera baseball has record-setting season By Carl Kotala VIERA VOICE Photo

Manatee Elementary School student Johnnie-Joy “JJ” Bryant makes a header in a tournament game and her teammates have named the photo “JJ takes flight.” The 12 year old is slated to attend several prestigious soccer camps this summer.

MAY VIERA HIGH SPORTS SCHEDULES May 11 – Class 7A state semifinal at National Training Center Softball Complex, Clermont, TBA May 12 – Class 7A state championship May 2 – Class 7A regional quarterfinals, game at National Training site TBA, 4 or 7 p.m. Center Softball Complex, May 8 – Class 7A regional semifinals, Clermont, 7:05 p.m. site TBA, 4 or 7 p.m. May 11 – Class 7A regional finals, TRACK & FIELD site TBA, 4 or 7 p.m. May 19 – Class 7A state semifinals at May 5 – Class 4A state finals at Digital Domain Park, Port St. University of North Florida, TBA Lucie, TBA May 20 – Class 7A state championship game at Digital Domain Park, VARSITY LACROSSE All games at 7 p.m., unless noted Port St. Lucie, 4 p.m. VARSITY BASEBALL All games at 6 p.m., unless noted

VARSITY SOFTBALL All games at 6 p.m., unless noted May 1 – Class 7A regional finals, TBA

May 1 – FHSAA Finals, third-round play-in game, site TBA, 7 p.m. May 4 – FHSAA Finals at South County Stadium, Port St. Lucie, TBA May 5 – FHSAA Finals at South County Stadium, Port St. Lucie, TBA

It’s already been a recordsetting season for the Viera High School baseball team, but the best could be yet to come. The Hawks, who were off to a 16-7 start—the most wins in school history—were the No. 1 seed in their district tournament, which was played April 25 and 27. Just by reaching the district championship game, the Hawks qualified for VIERA VOICE Carl Kotala the Class 7A state regional Connor Prater drives in a run during Viera High School’s 10-2 victory tournament, which begins over Space Coast on Friday, April 13, 2012 at Viera Regional Park. The May 2. Hawks have set a school record for most wins in a season. “We’ve got the pitching by just one run and had a Other top hitters include that we could be OK,” team batting average of .206 Connor Prater (team-high 18 Hawks coach Bob Doty said. after the first three weeks of stolen bases). Catcher Billy “Overall, I’m pretty happy the season. They were up to Lamm, called up from the JV with where we’re at.” .294 through 22 games. team, has done a nice job in Viera’s pitching staff, led Junior shortstop Reid Neal, place of Adam Rosenfield, by David McKay (5-2, 1.66 who has verbally committed who is now healthy again. ERA), Grant Willcoxon (5to play at Florida Atlantic, “The last two years, we 0), Kenton Hering (3-1) and was leading the Hawks in were district runner up,” Connor Hermida (2-0, one hitting (.420), RBIs (21), runs Doty said. “Our goal is to save) should be able to keep scored (22), triples (3) and win the district. We’ve the Hawks in any game. home runs (3). McKay was accomplished a lot, but we’re The question will be hitting .391 and leading the not finished. We want to whether or not the bats will team in doubles (10). Hering, finish strong and (then go) be able to keep improving. the only senior starter, was deep into the tournament, if The Hawks lost four games hitting .317. we can.” VV

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Breeden, Callinan and Seibert create another strong season for Viera softball By Carl Kotala

Dale Pierce knew his Viera High School softball team had a chance to be good this season, but the Hawks’ coach VIERA VOICE Carl Kotala admits he’s been pleasantly Junior Jackie Stengel has verbally committed to play soccer at the University surprised by just how well the Hawks have been doing of Florida. Photo taken at Viera High School’s field Friday, April 13, 2012. this season. “They’re young, but they’ve come together and they’ve been playing really, really strong competition,” Pierce By Carl Kotala said. “The young ones have the track team for the end of its really adapted well to it.” season. Viera’s 17-8 record “I feel good,” she said. Jackie Stengel is going to She was expected to be cleared includes wins over Creekside be a Gator. The Viera High (Jacksonville), which was May 1 to play soccer again and School junior forward verbally ranked No. 2 in the state in was hoping to get back on the committed to the University Class 5A, and Harmony, which field with her club team, Space of Florida on April 12 after was ranked in the top five in Coast United. choosing to continue her soccer “If my team is still in State Cup 7A. career in Gainesville over her The Hawks were set to play … hopefully, we’ll win it,” she other two finalists — Florida in the district tournament, said. State and Wake Forest. which took place April 18 It’s pretty easy to see why “It’s a great school,” Stengel and 20 at New Smyrna Stengel would be a highly said. “I want to major in Beach. As the top seed, Viera something like physics, or maybe sought-after recruit, following automatically qualified for a sophomore year in which pre-med, and I know they have the Class 7A state regionals, she scored 45 goals and had a hospital on campus. And I like which began play on April Coach Becky Burleigh a lot. I like 21 assists in 21 games. As a 24 and conclude with the freshman, she scored 31 goals their style of play, and the team regional championship game has good chemistry. They all like and had 18 assists in 18 games set for May 1. for Viera. each other and hang out with Opposing teams will have She was also a member of the each other.” their hands full with Viera’s Stengel missed this past soccer Space Coast United under-15 three-pronged pitching staff season after tearing her the ACL girls team that won the 2010 that includes junior Ana State Cup championship. (anterior cruciate ligament) in Breeden, sophomore Kate On top of that, she is on the her left knee. She said having to Callinan and freshman Sarah Florida Olympic Development sit on the sidelines and watch Team and the US Region III Pool. Seibert. Not only do the was, “awful. I hate being on the Hawks like to use all three Stengel will officially sign her sidelines, being told I can’t run.” pitchers, they each offer National Letter of Intent during She has since recovered well her senior season. VV enough that she has rejoined

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Kate Callinan takes batting practice for the Hawks on Thursday, April 12, 2012 at Viera Regional Park. The sophomore pitcher is 6-1 with a 1.11 ERA.

batters a different challenge. Breeden is a power pitcher, Callinan looks to fool batters with her offspeed stuff and Seibert does a little bit of everything. Breeden was 6-6 on the season, while Callinan and Seibert were both 6-1 with a 1.11 ERA. “There’s probably not another team that can put three pitchers out there (like

we can),” Pierce said. “They’ve all really responded well. At the plate, sophomore Lauren Palombi was batting .447 with 30 hits, six doubles, five triples, 19 RBIs and 17 stolen bases. Senior Shay Richardson was also hitting .447 with 27 hits, five doubles, six doubles, 11 RBIs and 12 steals. Breeden was at .362 with 29 hits, six doubles, two triples and 24 RBIs. VV

in 2011, arriving in August and leading Viera to a 4-6 record, clearly it was just a building block for what will hopefully be a more successful 2012 once he has a chance to install his system. “I’m hoping this year we will have everything that we can do in, and we won’t be so one-dimensional,” Mays said. “The passing game will be better this year.” As for starting spots, they’re all up for grabs. “This year, every spot is open and we will play the best players at that spot,” Mays said. That’s especially true at quarterback, where sophomores Caleb McDaniel and Cody Dentmon, along with freshman Devin Lormand, will compete to see who leads Viera next season. The offensive line should be a strength for Viera with returning starters Zach Schwarz, Hunter Prussel,

Football coach Kevin Mays led the Hawks to the most wins in school history last season, but this will be the first time he gets to lead the team through spring practice. Photo taken on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at Viera High School.

Hawks ready for start of spring football workouts By Carl Kotala

By the time Kevin Mays was hired last season, spring football practice was a distant memory. However, despite not being able to fully implement his system, he led the Viera High Hawks to the most wins (four) in school history. Come May 1, when the Hawks officially begin spring practice, Mays will get a chance to get everything set up just the way he wants it. “We started in January (with weight lifting and conditioning),” Mays said. “I think it was new to these kids, but they’ve responded well. They worked hard. We’ve elevated our level a decent amount.” Viera will host New Smyrna Beach in its spring game on May 25 at 7 p.m. While Mays and his staff are certainly proud of what they were able to accomplish

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Ryan Stepp and Gio Brunelle. Other key Hawks to watch this spring will be Sebastian Noel (defensive end); Jalen Jackson (WR); Josh Snead (DB/WR); Connor Prater (RB); Chris Allison (LB) and defensive lineman Kevin Driggers. VV

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May 2, 9, 16 Ikebana, Japanese floral design 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Suntree/Viera Public Library 902 Jordan Blass Dr. 321-255-4404

May 3 thru May 6 37th Annual Indian River Festival Sandpoint Park Titusville

Space Coast Stampers 12 - 2 p.m. Suntree/Viera Public Library 902 Jordan Blass Dr. 321-255-4404 Manatees vs St. Lucie Mets Viera Stadium 6:35 p.m.

Board of Supervisors of the Viera East Community Development District workshop 1 p.m. Education Building of the Faith Lutheran Church 5550 Faith Drive 407-841-5524

Kiwanis Club of Rockledge Thursdays 6:30 p.m. Jimmie’s Restaurant Turtle Creek Golf Rockledge 321-637-1424

Friends of the Suntree/Viera Library Board meeting 3 - 5 p.m. Suntree/Viera Public Library 902 Jordan Blass Dr. 321-255-4404

Manatees vs Daytona Cubs Viera Stadium 6:35 p.m.

Manatees vs Fort Meyers Miracle Viera Stadium 6:35 p.m.

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Main Stage Straight No Chaser 8 p.m. King Center 321-242-2219

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The Viera High girls team advanced to the 4A regional finals, knocking off Spanish River (Boca Raton) 4-3 in the first round before losing to West Boca Raton. Earlier, the Hawks won the Cape Coast Conference championship and dominated district play, winning 21 of 22 matches and avenging an earlier loss to Vero Beach. Stephanie and Dana Hatchett led the way. Viera’s boys team advanced to the regionals, but lost to Spanish River. Congratulations to both teams. VV

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Andrew Grubbs set the Viera High School record in the pole vault at 13-1. Photo taken during practice at Viera High School on Friday, April 13, 2012.

By Carl Kotala

With the Class 4A track and field state meet set to take place May 5 at the University of North Florida, it’s still too early to tell whether the Viera High Hawks will be represented. Either way, however, it’s been a successful season for the young Hawks. “I’m very pleased,” Viera boys coach Dave Costello said. “We have young kids, but they’ve been competitive.” Senior Jon Campbell won the 1,600 and 3,200 meters at the Cape Coast Conference championships, while senior Nick Howorth won the 800 meters. Unfortunately, another senior, Justin Gorbea, pulled up in the 400 meters with a leg injury. Gorbea, Kanisius Ferguson, Zach Weir and Andrew Grubbs are all headed to Webber University next season, while Howorth is going to the Coast Guard Academy and Campbell will try to walk on at Florida State. The district meet was held

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Viera High girls team top singles players Dana Hatchett and Stephanie Hatchett.

April 18, with the top four finishers moving on to the Class 4A regionals, which were set for April 25-27. On the girls’ side, the Hawks were expecting strong performances from senior Hazel Lockard in the 330 hurdles and Fendi Johnson in the 200. The Hawks’ 4x400 relay team (Lockard, Johnson, Andrea Wilson and Cierra Fisher) was also expected to be a contender, along with Vianca Alfonso in the shot put. Shot putter Kevin Mall, who missed most of the season recovering from a broken fibula, returned to action for the boys midway through April, while Jackie Stengel (torn ACL) came back to run the girls’ 400 meters and serve as an alternate on the 4x400 relay. Among the school records set this season were Gorbea in the 100m (10.6), 200 (21.9) and 400 (48.9); Grubbs in the boys’ pole vault (13-1); Carolyn Kruzekamp in the discus (97-2) and Kendall Hester in the girls’ pole vault (9-0). VV

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Some of the more than 100 fifth graders from Manatee Elementary School who participated in Camp La-No-Che, an exclusive two-night, threeday outdoor learning adventure with teachers, the principal and outstanding high school juniors and seniors from Rockledge and Viera High Schools in April 2012.

Monday Baby Baton & Ballet (under 6yr) 4:15 - 5 p.m.

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Youth Basketball Games (5/16) 5 - 9 p.m.

Baton– Level 2 & 3 (13+yrs) 6 - 7 p.m.

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Home School ART (5 - 8yrs) Home School PE (9 - 12yrs) 2 - 3 p.m.

Lil Sports (3 –5 yrs) 4 - 5 p.m.

American Kenpo Karate (7 - 12yrs) 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Homework Helpers (5 - 14 yrs) 4 - 5 p.m.

Music Club (5 - 11 yrs) 6 - 7 p.m. Friday

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Lil Sports (2-5 yrs) 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Toddler Time (2 - 5yrs) 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Quickstart Tennis (6-8yrs & 9-11yrs) 4 - 5 p.m. & 5 - 6 p.m.

Creative Movement (3 - 5 yrs) 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

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Youth Basketball Games (starts May 12) 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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High school juniors and seniors from Rockledge and Viera High Schools hold identifying flags for the more than 100 fifth graders participating in Camp La-No-Che with their teachers and principal in April 2012. The camp is an exclusive two-night and threeday outdoor learning aadventure and the highlight of the students’ school year.

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Orlando wins put Viera girls on path to Carnegie Hall

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Viera High School seniors (L-R): Kaitlin Thompson, Kamy Jesse, Brittany Doyle, Emily Fisher, Autumn Jones, Sarah Torabi, Nikki Michel and Mari Andrews were among 60 VHS choral students to win top prizes on March 31, 2012 at the World Strides Heritage Performance festival in Orlando. Pictured with Choral Director Abigail Crane on the piano and below with trophies on Thursday, April 19, 2012. By Linda Wiggins

There’s an old joke about a New Yorker stopped on the street and asked how to get to Carnegie Hall. “Practice, practice, practice,” came the reply. The Viera High School girls’ chorus, which is called Viera Voice, has taken that advice to heart and it may lead them to the iconic locale this summer. Viera Voice won the March 31 World Strides Heritage Performance festival in

Orlando, which included tutelage and practice under Dr. Phillips School of the Arts choir director Andrew Minear. With 23 choirs attending the awards ceremony, Viera Voice advanced women’s choir won first place in advanced division, and its combined intermediate and advanced choir won second place in its division. “The judges were floored by their performances,” said Viera Voice director Abigail Crane. “One of the judges came up after the advanced choir performed and bowed before them, sharing tips on how they can take their performances to the next level. These girls are so teachable and willing to try new things. I am beyond proud.” Three of the attending choirs received an invitation to be part of the National Youth Choir at Carnegie Hall in New York City over the summer. Two of the three choirs were the Viera Voice choruses, the

two that won first and second places in their divisions. “Participation is pending approval by the school and district,” Crane said. She added that if the trip is a go with fundraising and family permissions, it will be a special delight for her. The Carnegie Hall choir will be led by Dr. Lynne Gackle, a professor at Baylor University known for her research and teaching on changing and developing the female performer’s voice from the trill of girlhood to the rich tones of womanhood. While Crane was growing up, Gackle was her choir director for 11 years as a member of the Gulf Coast Youth Choir in Tampa. Gackle was founder and artistic director of that choir, made up of 300 students from five counties. For more information, or to provide support for the trip, call Crane at 813-695-1640 or email vierachoir@gmail.com. VV

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The Viera High School Winter Guard earned gold medals at Florida Federation of Colorguards Circuit on March 31, 2012.

The Viera High School Winter Guard earned gold medals at Florida Federation of Colorguards Circuit in March. The competition took place in Daytona Beach. Director of Guards Destiny Guerra said, “These kids worked so incredibly hard. I’m so proud of them.” The guards’ performance of their 2012 show entitled Say featured a unique soundtrack of all team members thoughts on life, change, bullying and teamwork, earning VHS first place and making the team the 2012 Scholastic Class AA Paradigm Division Champions. This is the second year Viera High School has had a winter guard. The team’s awards keep mounting, with an FFCC Division Promotion, three trophies, two fan-favorite shows, culminating with championship gold medals. This growing team is accepting new talent for the 20122013 school year and will have open auditions on May 12 at the VHS Gym. No experience is necessary. For more information on how to join, contact Destiny Guerra, at destinyguerra@yahoo.com or visitvieraguard.com. VV

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Viera High School will host sports camps in June The camps are open to students who will be entering grades 3 through 8. Josh Sykes is the Hawks’ boys basketball coach.

Kevin Mays is the head football coach at Viera High. By Carl Kotala

The first Viera Football camp is set for June 4 through 8 at the Viera High School practice and game fields. The camp is open to students who will be entering grades 3 through 8. It’s sponsored by the Brevard Bulls and will be put on by Hawks’ coach Kevin Mays, his staff and current and former players. The cost is $135 with some of the proceeds going back to the Viera High School football program. The camp will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to noon on Friday, June 8, when there will be an awards ceremony. Viera’s popular basketball camp for boys and girls entering grades 3 through 8 will take place June 11 through 15 at the school’s gymnasium. The cost is also $135 and will be led by Hawks’ boys coach Josh

Sykes. That camp will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Friday, June 15, where another awards ceremony will take place. According to Mays, the idea behind his camp is to give younger children something to do this summer, while also teaching them the fundamentals of the game that could ultimately help the Hawks as those players get older. “When I was at the other high schools that I’ve worked at, we always had a camp at those schools,” he said. “I was surprised that this area didn’t offer one. They have so much success with the basketball camp. I figured: let’s try to have a football camp and see if we can get that part of it rolling here, give the kids in the community a chance to know us, learn some fundamentals, have a good time and give them something to do besides sit at home.”

A mouth guard is mandatory for all football campers. Other dress requirements include shorts, a provided camp shirt, socks, towel, football cleats and tennis shoes, along with a pen or pencil and a notepad. Mays said campers will get their work in on the field—including some competitions—but there will also be some instruction given on the whiteboard, as well as game film analysis. “It’s not going to be real rigorous,” Mays said. “It’s allowing them to have fun while also learning the fundamentals.” For more information on the football camp, contact Mays at mays.kevin@ brevardschools.com or Todd Schaneville at todd. schaneville@earthlink.net. For more information on the basketball camp, email sykes. josh@brevardschools.com. VV

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May Business Calendar Tuesday, May 1, 2012 Small Business Council Meeting 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Melbourne Regional Chamber 1005 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne

Tuesday, May 1, 2012 2012 Power Luncheon - Post Legislative Wrap-Up $35 members at the door/invoiced. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Holiday Inn Viera, 8298 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne For more information, call 321-724-5400

Tuesday, May 1, 2012 Viera Suntree Quarterly Social Chamber Members: $5 at the door. Non-Members $10 at the door. Your entry fee gets you a horse in the race. 5 to 7 p.m. Duran Golf Club, 7032 Stadium Parkway, Viera For more information, call 321-724-5400 Wednesday, May 2, 2012 2012 VLO BizBetter Luncheon 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Viera/Suntree Chamber Office 7720 N. Wickham Rd., Suite 113, Melbourne

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In late March, ndtHost data center broke ground for a 25,000 square-foot cloud computing hosting center in Rockledge.

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Three seats up for election on the Viera East CDD The Viera East Community Development District (VECDD) announced that Board of Supervisor seats 3, 4, and 5 are up for election on Nov. 6, 2012. The board of supervisors consists of five members who govern the district. The district’s manager, George Flint, said it includes about 4,000 homes in East

Viera, east of Interstate 95. Properties in the CDD are divided into a southern area that includes Viera Commons commercial area, Hammock Trace, Hammock Lakes and Woodside Park. East of Murrell Road is a 31- acre strip of commercial area on the north side of Wickham Rd. North of the Deveraux area the CDD includes a

commercial area along Spyglass Hill Road and the Fawn Ridge residential section. Those interested in qualifying to run for one of these seats should contact the Brevard County Supervisor of Elections Office (SOE). The qualifying period runs from noon on June 4 through noon on June 8. Please note

that individuals interested in utilizing the petition process in lieu of paying a filing fee must submit petitions to the SOE by May 7. Additional information on qualifying

and running for these seats can be found on the SOE’s website at votebrevard.com or by calling 321-264-6746. VV

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The coffee cycle: Starbody products the coffee. It has an astringent or toning effect, is a great exfoliant, and even is great for removing cellulite as a topical scrub.” Marich’s company is a grassroots effort. “Part of my vision is to work within the community, to involve young people, and to stress the importance of recycling. When you think of coffee grounds that are going into the landfill, why not put them back into the body?” Starbody products are featured in Walmart’s Get On the Shelf contest, along with VIERA VOICE Wendy Scheuring 4,000 other national entries. Barbara Marich displays some of her Starbody products that use “I’m a body products junkie. recycled coffee grounds on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at the I’ve used every product on the Commissary Kitchen in Suntree. market. It’s a very natural thing for me and I love it,” Marich By Wendy Scheuring Marich has created three said. different formulas: coffee clove Marich sells Starbody honey dip, coffee sugar scrub Melbourne hair stylist, products on Saturdays from 9 and mocha latte mask. Barbara Marich, recycles her a.m. to 2 p.m. at the marketplace “Coffee is excellent in body favorite beverage, coffee, to on Suntree Blvd. and on her treatments,” she said. “It has create a line of body products website. the same pH as your skin. The called Starbody. Visit starbodybeautyproducts. coffee berry extract has the She collects coffee grounds com for more information. VV most antioxidant property of from local coffee shops, then sterilizes them, adds essential oils, and other ingredients, like cocoa and coconut, to make body scrubs and masks. “The grounds are very dark in color. It’s almost like you’re giving yourself an ancient, mudtype of scrub,” Marich said. Microwaving the products for 10 seconds before use warms the oils, enhances the fragrance and increases the pleasure of using it, especially when used Starbody products use recycled coffee grounds. on the feet.

Viera’s Best Kept Secret This Mother's Day, treat a well-deserving mom in your life with a gift of pilates!

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Ground breaking for the new McDonald’s located at Viera Blvd. & Stadium Parkway on March 29, 2012 included Manny the Manatee, McDonald’s corporate staff Kacey Mullaney and Donna Zulawski, owners Billie Jean and John Meyers, Ronald McDonald, and Brevard County Commissioner Mary Bolin.

Construction kicked off for what will be the world’s newest McDonald’s restaurant, at the corner of Stadium Parkway and Viera Boulevard, a corner anchored by the new Publix supermarket. Ronald McDonald came to town, along with Manny the Brevard Manatees mascot. District 4 Brevard County Commissioner Mary Bolin, representing Viera, other Viera community leaders and McDonald’s owners John and Billy Jean Meyers took part. “We are delighted with the addition of yet another strong business jewel in the economic crown that is Viera,” Bolin said.

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Duran Golf Club tees up summer fun Signature Club Membership program kicks off Duran Golf Club announces its Summer Swing Signature Club membership promotion, which offers an opportunity to test drive one of the Space Coast’s premier golf courses and the Duran’s membership options starting for less than $31 a week. The promotion will be available for a minimum of any three months through Oct. 31, 2012. The membership offers an extensive list of features, to include unlimited green fees on the 18-hole championship course as well as the lighted 9-hole par-3 course, special pricing in the professional golf shop and restaurant, and 50 percent off seasonal range passes or size upgrade on range balls, along with other benefits. Memberships start for as little as $395 for three months for the weekday afternoon Signature Membership, allowing unlimited green and cart fees five days a week after 12 p.m. during the program period. Other options offer sevenday open anytime, seven-day afternoon, and five-day weekday anytime. All Summer Swing memberships include electric cart fees. Also, Duran is offering a year of unlimited green fees on the fully lighted par-3 course for $199. This is the area’s only lighted 9-hole, par-3 course. It is an option to enjoy golf anytime from sun-up until sun-down. Open until 9 p.m. every night, the par-3 course is a good way to enjoy a short game, get some exercise or spend extra quality time with the family. The night golf is great for working individuals or those that want to escape the heat.

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Duran Golf Club will host the next Long Drivers of America (LDA) tour event, the Alligator Alley Shootout May 4 and 5. Duran Golf Club is the LDA’s second of seven stops on the tour. The Tour will bring to the Space Coast some of the longest and most extreme professional drivers known to the game of golf. On Saturday, May 4, teams of four amateurs will pair with one of the long driver professionals to compete against other teams in a high-intensity scramble on the Championship Course. “We are very excited to have the LDA Tour here,” said David Tomczak, Duran’s general manager, “and to host such a unique event here on the Space Coast.” The event continues on Sunday, May 5 with the Long Drive Competition on the range when professional drivers compete for

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cash and the title. In addition, valuable points toward the seasonending LDA Tour Championship and exemptions to World Finals in October are at stake. To register for this event, visit durangolf.com. Entry fee includes Thursday night pairing party, Saturday’s breakfast and lunch, tee gift, prizes and range balls.

Hospitality industry recognized

During the months of May through October, Duran Golf Club will extend special discounted rates to all employees of the Space Coast’s hospitality industry. Employees of Brevard County restaurants, golf courses, hotels, bars and other area attractions may play the 18-hole championship course for free on Mondays, with discounted rates up to 35 percent off the regular green and cart fee rate Tuesday through Thursday. A cart is required for all play. As an additional bonus, up to three guests of these employees will be able to play at the same rate. Golfers must present valid proof of employment to receive the special rate. Proof of employment includes current paystub, from April to October only, or a written statement from the employee’s general or sales manager on company letterhead with a business card attached. Other means of identification must be provided at time of check in. It is highly recommended that golfers reserve a tee time at least 48 hours in advance. David Tomczak, general manager of Duran, said, “We recognize the impact that the hospitality industry has on the Space Coast’s economy, and more importantly, the people that are managing and operating the hospitality facilities. Especially in a tough economy, it is nice to be able to offer a break to these hardworking individuals.” For more information on Duran Golf Club, visit durangolf.com, or call 321-504-7776. VV

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Fishing seminar hooks local women

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Locals listen to tips at the most recent Florida Sportswoman fishing seminar at Strike-Zone. The seminar has gathered both men and women of all ages, from cities across the county, including Viera and Suntree, to help one another get more interested in the sport of fishing. April 18, 2012. By Angela Smith

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Treat others the way you want to be treated. Born in Wisconsin, Ken Roder moved to Arizona after he graduated from high school. In 1991, he moved to Brevard County. After selling another business, he started Viera Power Washing because he felt most homeowners in the Viera/Suntree area realize they live in a beautiful part of Brevard and tend to take pride in the way they care for their homes. He wanted to be a part of keeping the area homes beautiful.

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What is your pet peeve? Texting and talking on the phone while driving. What is the most dangerous thing you have ever done? I got caught offshore about 100 miles out during a Category 1 hurricane. It was scary. What is unique about your family? My wife and I both came from very large families but have no kids. We both married late in life and both for the first time.

If you could be anyone else for one day, who would it be? Tom Watson. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s admired and respected as much for his kindness off the golf course as he is for his game on the golf course. I like that. What would you most like to learn in your lifetime? To be happy.

If you had a year off with pay, what would you do? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d practice and play as much golf as I could.

What kinds of photos are on your phone? A picture of my wife and some photos of property we own in North Carolina.

What do you consider the best invention during your lifetime? The Internet. How would your friends describe you to someone you have not met? Good guy, hard worker maybe a little opinionated.

If unexpected guests show up at your door and you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have much food or drink in the house, what do you do? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d share what we have or, if they were friends, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d take them out to dinner. What is the most valuable life lesson you learned? Not to take myself too seriously. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m still learning. Do you have a tip for other business people? Remember your clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; or customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; names. VV

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For local Brittney Novalsky, weekends are packed with fishing and enjoying the outdoors, and sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not alone. With the help of Novalsky and a series of fishing seminars sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hosting with Strike-Zone, more Brevard women are finding time to pick up a fishing pole to get in touch with nature. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I started the seminar as a way for women to get the information they need about fishing, while in a comfortable setting for a welcoming experience,â&#x20AC;? Novalsky said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I felt like the more I was out on the water, I noticed how few women there were involved and I hope this will change that.â&#x20AC;? Novalsky, also known as Florida Sportswoman, has been empowering women and young girls to get involved with the sport, an activity thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no longer considered strictly a manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sport. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think once all of us come together at the seminars, we can all look around and realize itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just me and that there are friendships and bonds developing among the women,â&#x20AC;? Novalsky said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a growing community thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s turning into a club and I think ' ' # ' &' %( $! "' ')

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seminars, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so nice to have that person they can go to and not feel embarrassed or shy.â&#x20AC;? For Suntree Realtor Betty Hart, the seminar has gotten her back into the hobby she fell in love with years ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because of this seminar, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve decided to meet my friends for a trip to tarpon-fish since I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how and there was a lot of information I was able to gain by going, like what bait to use,â&#x20AC;? Hart said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Also I was able to meet a lot of women from the area and network and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always a plus.â&#x20AC;? Women arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the only ones expressing their love for the sport. Young girls, like Brittneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s younger sister Rachel, a sixth grader at Suntree Elementary School, is

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Women anglers at the most recent Florida Sportswoman fishing seminar at Strike-Zone.

have to be an expensive sport. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an affordable way to get out and enjoy the beautiful resources we have.â&#x20AC;? For Viera resident and seminar attendee Jennifer Lundy, the motivation is to get the word out. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Women can go down there and see others like them and have a chance to ask questions that theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re sometimes afraid to ask, as it is a maledominated sport,â&#x20AC;? Lundy said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With Brittney doing the

enjoying it too. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I used to get frustrated with fishing because I was new and everyone would catch fish except for me,â&#x20AC;? Rachel said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So my sister helped me to just enjoy fishing and send good vibes through the line. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fun sport and the best part is who you go with.â&#x20AC;? The next seminar will be on Wednesday, May 30, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Strike-Zone in Melbourne. For information, call 321-956-3474. VV

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This family pays it forward

Guitars, motorcycles and God process the changes and bringing all the various groups together.” One of those changes will impact the music at Advent Lutheran Church, this fall, with the installation of a new pipe organ followed by a dedication recital in January 2013. Advent Lutheran Church is located at 7550 North

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Becky, Nick and Mike McAleenan of Rockledge, FL, at their home on April 16,2012, talk about their passion for volunteer work. By Rosemary H. Lynn

For Becky and Mike McAleenan of Rockledge, volunteering is not something they just choose to do. It is something they have to do. They believe that every able-bodied citizen should always look for opportunities to help others and they try to set an example by doing exactly that. For the past several years, they have been exceptionally involved in volunteer activities such as raising funds for cancer research, boy scouting and even robotics for children. Mike, a retired Air Force officer, holds down a full time job at Kennedy Space Center and spends three or four days a week, after work, helping plan fundraising activities, work with the 38 boys of Boy Scout Troop 720 and helps children learn about robotics—in his spare time. Their two children, Nick and Kristin, have grown up with strong values that their parents have instilled in them since birth. Kristen is entering a Masters program to study speech and language; Nick is a senior patrol leader of his scout troop. Becky McAlennan, who is also involved in Boy Scouts, said, “If you can volunteer, you should.” She keeps track of badges and awards. Her favorite aunt passed

away from cancer and her mother and stepfather are survivors of the same disease, so she has a personal interest in cancer research. Mike McAlennan’s father died of leukemia and he knows of others inflicted with the disease. “Volunteers can make all the difference to someone in need,” he said. The couple has been involved with the premier fundraising event for Relay for Life every year since 2006 and have helped raise more than $90,000 for cancer research. This annual event is part of a national fundraising program. In Rockledge, the relay involves sponsored volunteers walking or running around the high school track for a total of 18 hours. Food and drink are available and vendors sell special items to help with the fundraising. To date, the McAleenan’s team has been the leader out of 14 relays in Brevard County. They were high-school sweethearts and after they married, they traveled the world to such places as Japan, Italy and all over the United States. “In the military, volunteerism is a way of life,” Mike McAleenan said. Becky McAleenan said, “You have to pay it forward. You never know when you might need someone to help you.” VV

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Biker. Lead guitar player in a rock band. Pastor. Generally, motorcycle rider and rock musician are not on the list of required skills for faith leaders, but these skills are vital to Pastor Dave Jahn’s role at Advent Lutheran Church in Suntree. An avid and safetyconscious motorcyclist, “Pastor Dave” conducts the annual blessing of the bikes and participates in the Saints on Wheels clergy riding group. As a self-described fix-it kind of guy, the pastor with an electrical engineering degree rebuilds old motorcycles. “Tinkering with the bikes is a kind of therapy,” he said. “As pastor, I feel my work is never finished, but working on bikes allows me to say: it’s done.” According to church literature, “Music is and always has been an integral part of worship at our church.” In keeping with that sentiment, Advent’s worship band, Disciple 13, which includes the pastor and up to 14 other church members, leads the weekly nontraditional worship service. The pastor is lead guitarist

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Pastor Dave Jahn in his office at Advent Lutheran Church and on his motorcycle. At right is the site where a new pipe organ will be installed in the worship center.

and producer. Jahn also volunteers his musical talents at the Dorcas Outreach Center for Kids (The DOCK) in the Booker T. Washington neighborhood. “A year ago, most of these kids had never picked up an instrument; now they have formed a band, Electric Attitude, and perform at local fundraisers,” he said “Since arriving at Advent three years ago,” Jahn said, “there have been lots of changes for the congregation, discovering who we really are and where God wants us to go. I have been helping people

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in the Indian River Lagoon. This is a large, elusive, burrowing crab. The male is generally bigger than the female—the shell (carapace) can measure five or more inches wide. These shells display various colors, such as striking blues for adults, frequent light grays or whites for egg-bearing females and browns for juveniles. This species appears somewhat menacing with stalked, widespread eyes and two claws, one larger than the other; moreover, the male flaunts an especially enlarged claw. Activity heightens at dawn and dusk. However, the crab will feed in shaded areas in the daytime. Primarily vegetarian, it prefers fruits, grasses and mangrove and

buttonwood leaves; insects and carrion are occasionally consumed. Besides providing nourishment, its habitat must be located where its burrow (up to 7 inches wide) intersects the water table and maintains a small pool of water at the bottom. In Florida, spawning season occurs from June to December and peaks in October and November. When it is time, the female begins the migration to the ocean. The male courts her and internal fertilization occurs. For approximately two weeks prior to hatching, the female carries external egg masses on the edge of the shell, under the tail, on the back, or on the abdomen. Subsequently, the eggs are spawned (shaken off) in the ocean. Salt water

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