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Viera Publix at Stadium Corners set to open March 17 By Mary Brotherton
David Buth new General Manager at Viera East Page 24
Viera High School brings Once Upon a Mattress to Viera Page 20
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Viera residents have been counting down to the grand opening on Saturday, March 17 of the 56,000-squarefoot Publix located on the corner of Viera Boulevard and Stadium Parkway. Called a “hybrid,” this store will offer conventional items combined with an abundant selection of earth-friendly, all-natural and organic products. Marsha Singh, store manager, said, “Customers continue to look for a variety of all-natural and organic products and services while seeking traditional items on their shopping lists. Our new Viera Publix will exceed customer expectations with an elegant environment, expanded product mix and premium service.” The produce department will expand to carry organic and conventionally grown fruits and vegetables, a selection of exotic produce and seasonal selections. A full-service floral department will offer memorable arrangements and everything from a single rose to full bouquets or potted plants. In addition to traditional breads and rolls, cakes, cookies and pies, an expanded selection of shicaccia and flatbreads will be offered in the Publix bakery. A selection of bakery items made with all-natural ingredients includes mini desserts, muffin tops and cookies. See Publix page 2
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continued from page 1 A full-service deli counter will offer an international selection of olives, antipastos and hummus and includes more than 200 varieties of artisan cheeses from around the world. A certified cheese specialist will staff this full-service area to assist with selecting and pairing cheeses with other foods and beverages. The fine deli meats Publix customers have come to expect will be available, too. The store will have a large selection of freshly prepared foods created in-house daily. Customers will be able to choose from a wide variety of chef-inspired appetizers, entrees and side dishes. The salad bar will highlight more than 20 fresh salad selections. A soup bar will offer four gourmet soups daily and a Pacific wok will feature Pan Asian favorites. Customers can visit the café at the front of the store for coffees, espressos, lattes, teas, gelato, smoothies and assorted pastries as well as free Wi-Fi service. Customers who visit Publix.com/ curbside may shop at home and after scheduling a time to pick up their orders, they can drive to the curbside department located adjacent to the store for their convenience.
An event planning specialist will be on staff to assist customers in planning every detail for special occasions. A variety of premium and specialty wines from the United States and the world, along with a large selection of champagnes and sparkling wines will be featured in the wine department, as will fine wines made with organic grapes. Wine specialists will be available to assist customers in finding the perfect wines to pair with their food selections. Meals clerks will conduct live cooking presentations in the built-in kitchen
area where recipes are demonstrated daily. All of the ingredients for these recipes will be found in the Apron’s Simple Meals case located next to the kitchen, as well as high-quality cookware. Customers may have their meat cut to order and trimmed to specifications in the full-service meat department, which includes antibiotic- and hormone-free choices. Fresh seafood will be delivered to the full-service seafood department throughout the week and an expanded sushi counter will include sushi made with brown rice. In addition to the full-service pharmacy, a dedicated body care section will offer natural and conventional vitamins, minerals and supplements. A body care specialist will be available to assist customers with their needs. A HealthNotes kiosk will provide customers with information on health solutions, vitamins and supplements Visit Viera’s newest business neighbor’s grand opening on Saturday, March 17. For more information, visit publix.com.
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Tom the Trekker At 81, Suntree resident, Lt. Col. USAF Tom Schwartz (Ret), left, is the oldest person to complete the full Treetop Trek challenge course at the Brevard Zoo. Andrew Batten, director of attractions at the zoo, said an 87-year-old man completed the canopy walk, but that Schwartz was the oldest to complete the more aggressive portion of the course. VV
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Members of Dorcas Circle, Peggy Olde, Nancy Louis and Gaye Hedgecock, prepare for the sale to raise funds for special children, domestic violence victims and hungry neighbors.
Sale, baked goods and silent auction benefit vulnerable Suntree United Methodist Church Dorcas Circle will hold its Spring Attic Treasures, Bake Sale and Silent Auction on March 10 beginning at 8:30 a.m. and ending at 12:30 p.m. The sale will benefit groups that help those most in need. The Haven provides temporary shelter for children who have been abused and/ or neglected, the Salvation Army Women’s Shelter provides assistance for victims of domestic abuse and Space Coast Center for Mothers with Children provides shelter and job assistance. Also benefiting from the event are Make a Wish Foundation, which helps critically ill children realize their dreams, and the Daily Bread kitchen in Melbourne that feeds more than 250 men, women and children each day. Attic treasure items for sale include small appliances, cookware, glassware,
antiques or collectibles, seasonal items, jewelry, bedding, linens, books, toys, sporting goods, pictures, mirrors, silk flowers, CDs, DVDs, miscellaneous items and baked goods from Dorcas’ finest bakers. The silent auction typically offers gift certificates for restaurants, entertainment, merchandise, services and recreational activities as well as new gift items. The community is invited to participate by donating items for the sale and by coming to the sale. Anyone wishing to donate may bring items to the church at 7400 N. Wickham Road on Friday, March 9, between 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. The group is not accepting clothing, used telephones or old electronics/computers. For more information, please contact Frances Howard (Suntree) at 321259-4086 or Merle Gelles (Viera) at 321-504-9917. VV
Viera East Golf held its annual combined ladies/mens 18 hole scramble on Feb. 1. Four teams tied scores winning gift certificates, with first place going to the team of Roy and Patty Wolfe,
Marilyn Acierno and Mary Ann Schon. The biggest thrill for the winning team was Roy Wolfe’s Eagle on #14. After the scramble, the golfers had lunch at Mulligan’s. VV
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Dave Head is more than the director of sales at Head Contract Solutions. He helped raise more than $10,000 for Viera Suntree Little League in 2011, is the Chief Umpire at VSLL, District 2 Umpire Consultant, Southeast Region Little League Umpire Instructor, and has been selected to Umpire in the Little League - Junior League Division World Series. With his wife, Liz, whom he says drives him to, “continue to do this for the kids,” he has created the largest Junior Umpire program in the state. He believes giving so much time to VSLL benefits the children and creates good citizens and feels the 11- and 12-year-old players are the purist form of Little League.
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What can we always find in your refrigerator? Water.
What is the most important quality you look for in a friend? Honesty.
If money were no object, how would you spend the rest of your life? Little League and fishing. If you could have a mentor whom would you choose? Albert Einstein.
Who makes you laugh the hardest? Larry the Cable Guy.
What historical event do you vividly remember? 9/11
What object from your youth do you wish you still had? My ’68 Camaro What is the most dangerous or adventurous thing you have ever done? Duck hunting in the St. John’s river with gators among us.
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On Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012, members of Suntree Rotary Club and friends removed a great deal of vegetation at the Suntree Rotary’s fourth annual Rotary Park clean up.
Suntree Rotary cleans local park In 1991, Suntree Rotarian Berle Thompson approached the Brevard County Commission with a request to develop Rotary Park. After dealing with many agencies for permitting and with Suntree Rotary and community contributions, the park was completed in 1994. On Saturday, Feb. 11, members of Suntree Rotary Club and friends removed a great deal of vegetation at the Suntree Rotary’s fourth annual Rotary Park clean up
Waste Management donated the dumpster for the project, as they have for four years. Suntree Rotary is part of Rotary International, a worldwide service club of more than one million members dedicated to community and world service. Membership is open to all area adults; for membership information please contact Bill Slover at 321-536-7949 or wkaslover@hotmail.com. VV
Suntree Garden Club presents an introduction to butterfly gardening
The Suntree Garden Club’s March meeting will take place on Monday, March 5 at 9:30 a.m. at the Suntree/Viera Library, 902 Jordan Blass Drive, Melbourne. Suzanne Valencia will give a presentation on “An Introduction to Butterfly Gardening” to teach how to attract butterflies using native plants as nectar and host plants. Open to the public. For more information, call 321-751-1581. VV
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When to call your association’s property management
Association Living By Frank Kneiser CMCA, AMS, PCAM
If your association utilizes a management company or has an on-site management office, you may sometimes wonder when it is OK to call the office. Alternatively, some owners may hesitate to call the office because they think their question is not pertinent. The easy answer is, if your question directly relates to the association or your residence, feel free to call. Some managers or management companies only want to hear from you if this is the case. Their reasoning is they would like, to eliminate calls, like “My oven does not get hot enough to bake a cake,” or, “Call the police. Someone’s breaking into
my home,” or even, “My dog won’t go outside.” These are some examples of actual calls I’ve received over the years. Our office, and the offices of good managers and management companies, will answer most questions regarding the community. Sometimes I refer to us as similar to the library’s reference department, just not to the same depth. We maintain a directory of contact information for many area services such as utilities, county offices, schools, etc., so we can answer owners’ questions when they call. Usually there will be someone in the management office who will know the
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On Sunday, March 4, the Central Florida Winds will present a program of music for winds and transcriptions of important orchestra works. The Lark in the Clear Air, a beautiful setting for winds of an Irish folk song, will share the program with another well-known bird, The Firebird, a 1919 version of Stravinsky’s ballet
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and transcribed for winds. Completing the program is a work for winds by Clifton Williams, The Sinfonians and the final movement of Symphonie Fantastique by Hector Berlioz. This program is presented by one of the Southeast’s top wind ensembles. The members are volunteers, most are professional musicians, many are from Brevard County and about
one third are from Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, DeLand, Fort Pierce and Vero Beach. The concert begins at 3 p.m. at the Suntree United Methodist Church, 7500 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. The concert is free, but to ensure admission, tickets are required For more information visit cfwinds.org or call 321-2236688. VV
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answer to your question or will guide you to the answer. If you’d like to speak directly to the manager, the best time to call is first thing in the morning. Remember that your manager’s office is a place of business and not the community center. Managers will normally be happy to exchange pleasantries and chat. It is difficult for employees to carry out their responsibilities during prolonged visits. In addition, your manager will not routinely become involved in neighbor-to-neighbor issues. The only exception to this would be when a violation of your documents may be involved.
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Junior R.O.T.C. Ball a great success at Indian River Colony Club By Rosemary H. Lynn
The second annual Viera High School’s Junior Reserved Officers Training Corps ball was held at the Indian River Colony Club in Viera on the evening of Friday, Jan. 27, 2012. More than 200 members, along with their dates and other officials, attended the event that began with a receiving line greeting each person individually at 6:30 p.m. A dinner was served to the crowd at 7 p.m., followed by the color guard presenting flags. The key speaker was Lt. Col. Timothy R. Thomas (retired), the Senior Army Instructor at Viera High School. He spoke with pride about the JROTC team at m the school as it is the largest program of its kind in the local area. The purpose of the ball is to teach life skills the corps members may need later in life as well as to offer a fun event. These skills include dressing for a special occasion, table manners, responding to invitations and behaving appropriately at a formal gathering. Also, it is a good venue for students and instructors to intermingle in a non-academic setting. After dinner and speeches were complete, the color guard returned the flags to the back of the room and the DJ began playing music. Line dancing and rock and roll brought the crowd to its feet where many enjoyed dancing until 11 p.m. The hall is part of the Indian River Colony Club and was decorated with balloons and flowers donated for the event by Terry Black at Magic Dove Flower Stop in Viera. Jodi Bradley, chairperson of the ball, made sure that snacks and drinks were available during the event and kept smiles on everyone’s faces. VV
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Above: Line Dancing after dinner at the J.R.O.T.C. ball at the Indian River Colony Club in Viera on Friday, Jan. 27, 2012. Left: Retired Lt. Colonel Timothy R. Thomas is senior Army instructor at Viera High School. He explains that the Viera High School membership has steadily grown in the past two years.
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Madeline Pratt proudly displays her mother and aunt’s antique photograph at a recent memorabilia meeting at Watersong.
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Crewmembers of the Carnival Splendor load one of the 40 mattresses to a Puerto Vallarta orphanage as part of a monthly charitable initiative.
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Local firefighters shave heads for cancer victims
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Local firefighters help raise money for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, a volunteer-driven group dedicated to raising funds for childhood cancer research. Brevard County Fire Rescue has teamed-up to stand in solidarity with children fighting cancer by having their heads shaved at an event on March 17 from 3 to 6 p.m. at The Avenue Viera. The team’s goal is to raise $15,000. To support Team BCFR, call 321-633-2056 or visit
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According to the Office of the Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives, Congress has commissioned gold medals (CGM) as its highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions since the American Revolution. Each medal honors a particular individual, institution, or event, such as the Tuskegee Experience. The first CGM recipients included citizens who participated in the American Revolution, the War of 1812 and the Mexican War. Congress later broadened the scope of the medal to include actors, authors, entertainers, musicians, pioneers in aeronautics and space, explorers, lifesavers, notables in science and medicine, athletes, humanitarians, public servants, and foreign recipients. All Congressional Gold Medal legislation must be cosponsored by at least 290 members of the Members of the House (two-thirds). Additionally, specific standards are set forth by the House Committee on Financial Services’s Subcommittee on Domestic Policy and Technology when considering such legislation. The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee
requires that at least 67 Senators must cosponsor any Congressional Gold Medal legislation before the committee will consider it. DOTAs, or Documented Original Tuskegee Airmen, were collectively, not individually, awarded the Congressional Gold Medal (CGM) by President George W. Bush and the U.S.
Congress on March 29, 2007 in a ceremony inside the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol. The 300 airmen and widows who attended the ceremony received the CGM for all of the estimated 16,000-19,000 participants of the Tuskegee Experience. For more information on the Tuskegee Airmen, call 321-537-5002. VV
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The only thing little about The Viera-Suntree Little League is the players themselves. According to Eric Power, league president, there are 700 youngsters on 62 teams, backed by 180 coaches and more than 60 “team moms” who volunteer to keep this league one of the best in Florida, if not the nation. That seems to be the key - not just volunteers, but dedicated volunteers - to keep an organization of this size operating on a donated and fundraising budget of more than $200,000, year after year. About $90,000 is from registration fees, while $110,000 must be raised by various fundraisers, including discount card sales and donations from
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Kindergarteners at Ralph M. Williams Elementary School celebrated the 100th day of school and being 100 days smarter, in February 2012. They spent the day with a variety of counting activities and made crafts with 100 pieces of materials such as noodles and candies after starting the day with the well-loved “100” breakfast consisting of a pretzel rod and two donuts.
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On behalf of the Florida Air Academy, (L-R) Paul Dwight, Chase Diventie, “Lee” Ngoc Duong, Li Lin, Edvards Bagatskis, Dominika Sarnecka and Caroline Kingsbury accept recognition from Brevard County Commissioners for 50 years of service to the community on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012 in Viera, Fla.
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From left clockwise, Suntree first-graders Emily Laporte, Joshua Gaffey, Carlton Williamson, Grace Rush, Cate Harrell and Kadie Zulon dress up as characters from their favorite books on Friday, Jan. 27, 2012. By linda wiggins
Storybook characters came to life in late January, filling the classrooms of elementary school students throughout Florida. The Florida Department of Education designated January 23 through 27 as the 4th annual Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! with goals to 46 PM Page 1 promote literacy throughout the state, raise awareness VIERA VOICE Photo by Susan Taylor of great things happening in Manatee Elementary Students ham-it-up at the school’s carnival night schools and promote the joy in February. of reading for all ages.
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Monday, Jan. 23, began with Pop Up Poets! Teachers and staff “popped up” in classrooms and read poetry to students through 6th grade. Tuesday and Thursday were spent with the entire school stopping at 9:15 a.m. to meet and read with book buddies at Suntree Elementary School. On Wednesday, some of the students and teachers dressed as a Wonderful Word. Some wore wordhats, others word-posters and some created elaborate costumes. Friday culminated with a favorite character dress-up day and students participated in a school-wide parade, sharing with other classes in the building. Three mornings during the week, an excerpt from a mystery book was read over the public address system and students raced to have their teachers email the correct title. Suntree students read a total of 40,700 minutes.
“This was above and beyond the usual, and did not include all the at-home reading,” said Suntree reading teacher Karla Skinner, who coordinated the school’s event with firstgrade teacher Eileen Ferland. The number contributed to the state’s 2012 Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! Million Minute Marathon. “Students became interested in the books that their own peers recommended and are now excited to explore new authors based on the enthusiasm of other readers,” Ferland said. “Students enjoyed dressing up and sharing their books with each other.” First-grader Emily LaPorte said it was the most fun she’d had all year. “I can’t believe I got to dress up in a totally cool outfit and come to school,” said the young Pocahontas. VV
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In an effort to improve the adoptability and well-being of dogs housed in Brevard County’s animal shelters, Brevard Animal Services & Enforcement is offering a new program called “Pajama Pups.” After completing a foster application, approved individuals will have the opportunity to host a shelter dog overnight, allowing the animal a chance to de-stress, unwind and socialize. Because dogs have little interaction with people after shelter hours, many of them can become depressed, withdrawn, or excitable. The Pajama Pups program enables the dogs to eat and sleep better, and may reduce stress, disease, and behavior changes. It also gives a potential adopter an opportunity to find a forever friend. VV
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Viera Regional Community Center once again offers youth basketball for children in age divisions starting at 5 years old. Young athletes through age 15 are eligible to join for $50 per child. Practice begins the week of April 30. Games will begin the week of May 19 and will run through mid-August. Registration takes place on Saturday, March 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and again on Tuesday, April 3 and Wednesday, April 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. Volunteer coaches are urged to attend the clinic on April 11. All clinics and games will be held at the center, located at 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way. For more details, call 321- 433-4891. VV
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MARCH VIERA HIGH SPORTS SCHEDULES VARSITY BASEBALL * District game March 2 – at New Smyrna Beach, 7 p.m.* March 5 – at Cocoa, 6 p.m. March 6 – Heritage, 7:30 p.m. March 8 – at Merritt Island, 7:30 p.m. March 12 – Cocoa Beach, 6 p.m. Mach 13 – at Bayside, 7:30 p.m. March 19 – Melbourne, 6 p.m. March 21 – at Satellite, 7:30 p.m. March 22 – at Titusville, 7:30 p.m. JV BASEBALL March 1 – at Rockledge, 6 p.m. March 6 – Heritage, 5:15 p.m. March 7 – Holy Trinity, 5:15 p.m. March 8 – at Merritt Island, 5:15 p.m. March 13 – at Bayside, 5:15 p.m. March 15 – at Melbourne, 6 p.m. March 21 – at Satellite, 5:15 p.m. March 22 – at Titusville, 5:15 p.m. VARSITY SOFTBALL * District Game March 1 – at Bayside, 7:15 p.m. March 2 – University (Orange City), 7 p.m.* March 5 – Heritage, 7:30 p.m. March 7 – Space Coast, 7 p.m. March 13 – Melbourne, 7:15 p.m. March 15 – Harmony, 7 p.m. March 17 – at Creekside, 4 p.m. March 21 – at Palm Bay, 5:15 p.m. March 23 – at University (Orange City), 6 p.m.* March 30 – New Smyrna Beach, 7 p.m.* JV SOFTBALL - All games at 5:15 p.m., unless noted March 1 – at Bayside March 2 – University March 5 – Heritage, 5:30 p.m. March 7 – Space Coast March 13 – Melbourne March 15 – Harmony March 17 – at Creekside, 2 p.m. VARSITY BOYS TENNIS - All matches at 4 p.m. March 6 – at Bayside March 8 – Cocoa Beach March 13 – Melbourne
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Feb. 13, 2012, Viera High –The Viera High boys and girls tennis teams will be led this season by top singles players (from l-r) Kyle Logue, Tristan Mignogna, Dana Hatchett and Stephanie Hatchett.
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TRACK & FIELD - All meets at 4 p.m., unless noted March 2 – at Holy Trinity Invitational March 8 – Tri-meet at Eau Gallie March 10 – at Bill Wilson Relays at Sebastian River, TBA March 13 – Tri-meet at Palm Bay March 15 – Frosh/soph meet March 16 – Merritt Island Invitational, 4:30 p.m. March 21 – Rockledge, Space Coast, West Shore March 22 – Frosh/soph meet March 30 – at Holy Trinity Classic VARSITY BOYS LACROSSE - All games at 7 p.m., unless noted * District game March 2 – Merritt Island* March 6 – at Satellite* March 9 – Holy Trinity* March 13 – at MCC* March 20 – at Merritt Island* March 23 – Satellite* JV BOYS LACROSSE - All matches at 5 p.m. March 2 – Merritt Island March 13 – at MCC
If there is one thing Viera High tennis coaches Amber Leaman and Traci Stiffler don’t lack, it’s confidence in their teams’ abilities to contend for a Class 4A, District 9 championship. “We look like have a really strong team this year,” Leaman said. “We’re ready to play.” Leaman’s boys’ team is led by four strong players — Kyle Logue, Tristan Mignogna, Ryan Coloñ and Ryan Garwood. The Hawks, who opened their season Feb. 7, will be the only Brevard County team competing in a new nineteam district that includes teams from Centennial (Port
St. Lucie), Dwyer (Palm Beach Gardens), Jupiter, Fort Pierce Central, Palm Beach Gardens, Royal Palm Beach, Treasure Coast (Port St. Lucie) and Vero Beach. Both Viera teams have made the state regional playoffs in each of the past four years while playing in both class 2A and 3A. This is Viera’s first season playing in 4A. Asked what she likes about her team, Leaman said, “They’re hardworking, they’re dedicated, very knowledgeable and open to new ideas, new workouts. They’ve been doing more conditioning than in the past. There’s lots of room for growth.” On the girls’ side, Stiffler
has a roster that includes only 11 players, but seven of them are returners. Leading the way are last year’s top two players — Stephanie Hatchett, and her twin sister Dana. “They’re technically sound,” Stiffler said. “They’re strong, all-around players.” Other key players include Tori Pinchera and Katie Roslonowski. Like Leaman, Stiffler believes her girls’ team is not only quite capable of challenging for the district title this season, but perhaps for years to come as well. “I like that we’re still a young team,” Stiffler said. “We don’t have any seniors. We have a very successful team from last year returning.” VV
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Viera girls score first district soccer title By Carl Kotala
Ultimately, the Viera High School girls’ soccer season ended with yet another loss to Melbourne in the Class 4A regional semifinals. But this isn’t the same old story about how the Hawks can never seem to get over the hump against their arch rivals. Because just a week before, it was the Hawks who scored a 1-0 victory over the Bulldogs to win the Class 4A, District
13 championship — the first district title in school history. “It was awesome,” Hawks’ coach Steve Richards wrote in an email. “The two teams are so close in talent; it is always going to be won by 1 goal or a mistake.” Kaelynne Mills scored the only goal in that district win with goalkeeper Sami Lewin getting the shutout. The victory ended a 10game losing streak against
Melbourne for Viera, which was missing seven players due to various injuries. Unfortunately for the Hawks, Melbourne would get revenge by a 1-0 score eight days later in the Class 4A regional semifinals. Despite that loss, Viera can take great pride in the fact that it was finally able to breakthrough against Melbourne in what has become one of the county’s best rivalries.
Mall signs with Furman, despite injury committed to you,’” Viera football coach Kevin Mays said. “He was happy. I think it will be a good fit for him.” Mays was impressed with the way Mall played whatever position the Hawks needed him to, on either side of the ball, without complaint. Mall will play tight end, and possibly some H-back/ fullback at Furman. H-Back is kind of a hybrid between fullback and tight end. At VIERA VOICE Carl Kotala Furman, Mall will be behind fifth-year senior – and 2011 Viera High’s Kevin Mall signed a national letter of intent to play Football Championship football at Furman University next season. Subdivision All-American – Colin Anderson. By Carl Kotala Mall had received a football “I figure I’ll just follow him scholarship offer from around, learn from him,” Mall Furman before his injury. As Kevin Mall lay on Viera said. “But one of the coaches High’s football field, his But first, he would like to who recruited me broke right fibula broken and his recover from his injuries in his leg his senior year of dislocated foot dangling time to finish track season. high school, and he actually at a grotesque angle, two “I’m going to train like I can went to Furman and played thoughts immediately came (get back) and throw. We’ll running back there. He was to mind. “The first things I see,” Mall said. “I was really real positive. He said, ‘Don’t thought of were track, and excited (for this season) worry about it.’” Furman,” Mall said. “I was because last year I was one Those encouraging words worried. Actually, the day of the top junior shot putters became reality last month, of my surgery, my sister in the state, so I really when Mall signed to play for and my girlfriend filled out wanted to come out this year, Furman in Greenville, S.C. eight applications to (other) break the school record and “After he got hurt, Furman colleges because we were all go to states’ (tournament).” called him and said, ‘You’re worried they were going to VV committed to us, we’re take it back.
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Military Officers Assoc. Meeting
For active, retired and former officers 8 - 9 a.m. Golf Club House 861 Marina Rd. Patrick AFB 321-784-8934
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Central Florida Winds Concert
3 p.m. Free, but ensure admission with a ticket. Suntree United Methodist Church 7400 N. Wickham Rd. 321-223-6688
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Frankie Vallie and
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 1 - 3 p.m. The Four Seasons Suntree/Viera Public Library Suntree/Viera Public Library 8 p.m. 902 Jordan Blass Drive 902 Jordan Blass Drive The King Center for 321-255-4404 321-255-4404 the Performing Arts 3865 N. Wickham Road (Tuesdays) Melbourne 321-242-2219 Pickleball (adults) 3 - 4 p.m. Viera Regional Community Center 2300 Fran Jamieson Way 321-433-4891
Final day - 35th Annual
Space Coast Regional Airport Valiant Air Command 6600 Tico Road Titusville 321-268-1941 Follow the signs
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Suntree Garden Club Sit & Stitch
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TICO Warbird Airshow
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Jazzercise
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Pickleball (adults) 3 - 4 p.m.
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Space Coast Symphony’s Fencing (14 yrs. and older) French Classics
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Parent’s Night Out
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Space Coast Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand Regional Airport Valiant Air Command 2 - 4 p.m. Suntree/Viera Public Library 6600 Tico Road Titusville 902 Jordan Blass Drive 321-268-1941 321-255-4404 Follow the signs
Space Coast Regional Airport Valiant Air Command 6600 Tico Road Titusville 321-268-1941 Follow the signs
Airshow
NOS Book Club
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16 Art Journaling
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TICO Warbird Airshow
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10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Suntree/Viera Public Library Suntree/Viera Public Library 902 Jordan Blass Drive 902 Jordan Blass Drive 321-255-4404 321-255-4404 March 17 & March 18
Strawberry Festival 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wickham Park Main Pavillion Melbourne 321-28-4009
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Shorin Ryu Karate
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(all ages) 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. For active, retired and Suntree/Viera Public Library 10 - 11:30 a.m. former officers Viera Regional 902 Jordan Blass Drive 8 to 9 a.m. Community Center 321-255-4404 Golf Club House 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way 861 Marina Rd., Patrick AFB Brevard Heart & 321-433-4891 321-784-8934 Vascular Institute Verdi’s Requiem with the Friends of the Leg Pain Seminar Library Book Space Coast Symphony Suntree/Viera Library Sit & Stitch 12 - 1 p.m. 1 - 3 p.m. Discussion 7 p.m. Board meeting Free lunch Suntree/Viera Public Library Turn of Mind by Alice LaPlante 8043 Spyglass Hill Road Holy Trinity Episcopal Auditorium 3 - 5 p.m. 10 – 11 a.m. 5625 Holy Trinity Dr. Suntree/Viera Public Library 902 Jordan Blass Drive Viera 321-255-4404 Suntree/Viera Public Library Call to reserve Melbourne 902 Jordan Blass Drive 902 Jordan Blass Dr., Suntree 321-775-1319 321-536-8580 321-255-4404 Noon $12.50 /reservations required The Tides, Patrick AFB 321-453-2947
10 a.m. to noon Free 12 years old and older Riverwalk: A Family Park 5355 US Hwy 1, Rockledge 321- 254-9453
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Mom-to-Mom Toy and Clothing Garage Sale
$30/team Divisions: 14-17 yr, 18+, 30+, 40+ Viera Regional Community Center 2300 Fran Jamieson Way 321-433-4891
Military Officers Oyster Mat Workshop Assoc. Meeting
25 4 p.m. Donation of $5 per person Unitarian Fellowship Hall 3115 Friendship Place Rockledge 321-254-3398
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will be a field trip to the DeLand Wildflower Festival. call for details 321-638-3840
3 p.m. Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy 5625 Holy Trinity Drive Melbourne 321-536-8580
Music on the Hill
Brevard Antiques & Collectibles
Garden Club meeting
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Viera Regional For active, retired and Community Center former officers 2300 Fran Jamieson Way 8 - 9 a.m. 321-433-4891 Golf Club House 861 Marina Rd., Patrick AFB TICO Warbird 321-784-8934
Suntree/Viera Public Library For active, retired and former officers 902 Jordan Blass Drive 8 - 9 a.m. 321-255-4404 IRCC Colony Hall 1936 Freedom Dr. Viera Cocoa-Rockledge 321-784-8934
10 a.m. Tuscany Grill 7640 N Wickham Rd. Suntree 321-454-3132
Military Officers of America luncheon
Military Officers Assoc. Meeting
Space Coast Stampers Military Officers Assoc. Meeting Noon – 2 p.m.
The Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees
Both events Viera Regional Community Center Girl Talk 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Toastmasters Club 321-433-4891 6 p.m. Pizza Gallery 2250 Town Center Ave, Suite #113, Viera 321-243-7543
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Zumba
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Military Officers Assoc. Meeting
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Washington Nationals Splash of Watercolor
For active, retired and vs Miami Marlins former officers 6:05 p.m. 8 - 9 a.m. Space Coast Stadium Golf Club House 861 Marina Rd., Patrick AFB Stadium Blvd. 5800 Stadium Pkwy 321-784-8934 Viera Total Body Challenge 321-633-9200 10 - 11:15 a.m.
Pickleball
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10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Brevard Watercolor Society 1419 Highland Ave. Eau Gallie Art District brevardwatercolorsociety.com
The Haven for Children’s 10th Annual Golf Tournament 1 p.m. Shotgun start 6 p.m. Silent and live auction, dinner Suntree Country Club 1 Country Club Dr. 321-676-6888
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Viera track team’s a young, but talented bunch By Carl Kotala
If the Viera High boys and girls track teams were to create a marketing slogan for this season, it might read something like this: Viera Track … young, but talented. “We lost a lot of boys to graduation,” Viera boys’ coach Dave Costello said. “We’re young,
Lake Brantley, Lake Howell, Lake Mary, Lyman, Seminole, Spruce Creek and University (Orange City). “We’re not familiar with the competition,” Costello said. “But I know it’s going to be really tough.” Like the boys’, Viera’s girls’ team will be relying on a number of younger players to help fill key
Those athletes include Fendi Johnson (4x400 relay, long jump, 200 meters); Hazel Lockard (300 hurdles, 4x400 relay, triple jump) and Vianca Alfonso, who set the school record in the shot put last season with a throw of 33-9. Jackie Stengel, Viera’s top sprinter and jumper, is hoping to be back from an injury in April.
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The Viera Hawks fine tune their game during an intersquad scrimmage. After winning their first district title as a club team last season, the Hawks will now be part of the FHSAA. By Carl Kotala
There is reason for excitement around the Viera High boys’ lacrosse program. Not only do the Hawks have a solid core of returners from last year’s district championship team, but more importantly, they’re no longer classified as a club team. Viera is now part of the Florida High School Athletic Association. The Hawks will not only be able to play teams from around Brevard County – including private schools like Holy Trinity and MCC – but teams from Orlando as well. “We’ve got a big target on our back, that’s for sure, coming into FHSAA play,” coach Mark Lorusso said. “Holy Trinity and MCC, those guys have been around. I’m sure they’re going to want to defend their turf. I think both of those teams are going to be strong this year. They’re going to give us a fight. We’re looking forward to it. I’m sure they are.” YOUR BOOK S HERE! IE PART uet room Banq ts 75. sea
Viera returns most of its defense, its attack and part of its midfield. The Hawks also have 10 new players to work into the system. Sophomore Tommy Seiler will be the team’s new goalkeeper, while veteran Chris Jones will anchor VIERA VOICE Carl Kotala the midfield. Leading the This year’s top competitors for the Viera High track team include (back row, from l-r) Kevin Mall; Jon Campbell; Michael Krueger; Justin Gorbea; Kanisus Ferguson; (front row l-r) Vianca Alfonso, Hazel Lockard Hawks attack will be their and Fendi Johnson. two leading scorers from last season, Kevin Rego and roles this season. However, there “They’ve got some work ahead Michael Alvarez. A seniorbut we’ve got a lot of talent. are still some veterans who of them,” Coach Arlene Ferguson laden defense will be led by We’re getting good workouts.” could make a deep run into the said. “I think they’re going to be captain Matt Banks. The Hawks have 12 returners postseason. good, but they’re young.” VV Other key players include from last year’s team that junior midfielders Austin won the district title, and are Wear and Zack Zippi. hoping some of them can break In addition to having a through and make it to the veteran team to help face state meet. That list includes the new challenge that lies Kanisus Ferguson (hurdles, ahead, the Hawks’ excitement long jump, mile relay); Justin can also be tied to the fact Gorbea (quarter-mile); Michael the program is growing. Krueger (middle distance); Jon More than 80 kids showed up Campbell (distance) and Kevin for tryouts. Mall, one of the state’s top shot “Our JV is going to be a lot putters, who is working his way stronger this year,” Lorusso back from an injury and hopes said. “We’ve got kids coming to return in April. up from youth (leagues like Viera will compete in a new the Viera Lacrosse Club) district in Class 4A this season, now. The program is coming where they will face off with together now.” VV teams from DeLand, Hagerty,
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Once Upon a Mattress by Viera High School Drama Club
Monday Baby Baton & Ballet (under 6yr) 4:15 - 5 p.m.
Basketball FUNdamentals (6-16yr) 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Baton– Level 1 (beginner 6yr+) 5 - 5:50 p.m.
Basketball FUNdamentals (10+yrs) 7 - 8:30 p.m.
American Kenpo Karate (7 - 12yrs) 4 - 5 p.m.
Kidstuff Guitar and Voice 6 – 7 p.m.
Baton– Level 2 & 3 (13+yrs) 6 - 7 p.m.
Boxing Fitness (10 yrs & older) 6 – 7 p.m.
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Home School PE (5 - 8yrs) Home School Art (9 - 12yrs) 1 - 2 p.m.
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Home School ART (5 - 8yrs) Home School PE (9 - 12yrs) 2 - 3 p.m.
American Kenpo Karate (7 - 12yrs) 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Lil Sports (3 –5 yrs) 4 - 5 p.m.
Homework Helpers (5 - 14 yrs) 4 - 5 p.m.
Beyond Quickstart (10+ yrs) 5 - 6 p.m.
Ballet/Tap (4 - 8 yrs) 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
Music Club (5 - 11 yrs) 6 - 7 p.m.
Hip Hop (5 - 11yrs) 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
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March 9 Parent’s Night Out 5:30 - 10 p.m. $12/child. Pre-pay by 2 p.m.
Wednesday Toddler Time (2 - 5yrs) 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Creative Movement (3 - 5 yrs) 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. Creative Movement (2 1/2 - 4 yrs) 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Homework Helpers (5 - 14 yrs) 4 - 5 p.m. Quick Start Tennis
By Rosemary H. Lynn
Drama coach and teacher Eloise Evans directs her drama students at Viera High School with passion and energy. It is obvious that she loves what she does and that the young thespians are eager to impress her by performing well, as they did while rehearsing for the play Once Upon a Mattress, which will run in March. The musical comedy is adapted from the Hans Christian Anderson fairytale, The Princess and the Pea. It features characters in a fictional medieval kingdom
Lil Sports (2-5 yrs) 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Quickstart Tennis (6-8yrs & 9-11yrs) 4 - 5 p.m. & 5 - 6 p.m. Saturday Lil Sports (3–5 yrs) 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
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Drama students rehearse for the upcoming play “Once Upon a Mattress” at Viera High School, Feb.16,2012 at the school auditorium. Pictured (l-r) John Evans (the minstral), Hayley VerValin (Princess Winifred), Alex Edwards (the Jester), Bobby Venegas (Sir Studley), Amanda Thrasher (Lady Beatrice), James Griffieth (the King), Jenn Fleming (Lady Lucille), Rachael Cupoli (the Queen), Jordan Kelley (Lady Rowena and Shelby Beckman (Lady Merrill).
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Mrs. Madl’s fifth grade class dance to the music that D.J. Michael Katz spins at the Jump Rope for the Heart event on Feb. 17 at Quest Elementary School.
family made the experience even more rewarding as they tried to top the $4,000 raised last year. The children rotated stations every eight minutes. Christine Nestor, Quest’s physical education teacher, explained that the students learn about heart health in various ways throughout the year and this is one event that does that. Quest Elementary is known for its
progressive health programs which make children aware of how the habits they adopt today will affect them in the future. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the American Heart Association. For more information, please contact Shauna Sollberger at Sollberger.Shauna@ brevardschools.org. VV
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Manatee Elementary students and faculty kick off a series of spirit and fundraising events on Friday, Feb. 3 with Silly Hat Day. By Rosemary H. Lynn
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Members of St. Mary’s Cougar Creators, a rookie robotics team, astounded parents and coaches when they won an award for outstanding overall performance at a regional robotics competition on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012. By Mary Brotherton
Six months after forming a team, St. Mary’s Cougar Creators earned an award for outstanding overall performance at a regional robotics competition. St. Mary’s is the only primary level Cambridge school in Brevard County. The fourth-graders, led by volunteer parent-coaches were Elaine Daffron, Tyrese Davis, Mason Day, Natalia Merheb, Noah Reneau and Alex Voll. They met twice weekly to prepare for the FIRST LEGO League regional tournament in February. Among the Cougar Creators’ competition were returning eighth-
graders with several years of experience. FIRST LEGO League is a robotics program for 9 to 14 year olds, designed “For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology” and has been encouraging and challenging children since 1998. Participants are given a real world problem and the teams with the best robotic solutions can qualify to compete at the World Festival in April. This year’s challenge was to explore the topic of food safety and examine the possible points of food contamination then find ways to prevent or combat them. The six students at St. Mary’s researched a
new operation to test for salmonella in peanut butter factories. They also built a LEGO Mindstorm robot to compete against other teams. Earlier in the season the team won an award for good sportsmanship and being respectful. “It was a wonderful experience to see our students grow throughout the season,” Coach Elaine Voll said. “I hope other parents are inspired to start teams next year. FLL is not just about building robots, it’s about molding kids into young adults who will one day go out into the world and make a significant impact.” For more information call 321-636-4208. VV
Silly Hat Day, held at Manatee Elementary School on Feb. 3, was the kick-off event for the school’s Loving Lungs for Life fundraiser. Children in all grades donned colorful and creative hats during school hours. Students, faculty and staff could donate $1 to wear a hat of their choosing for the day. Silly Hat Day is the first of several events to help Robyn DeKeyser, one of the school’s volunteers and the mother of two Manatee students. She needs a double lung transplant. Her insurance will cover approximately 80 percent of the costs but her family is still looking at costs of more than $150,000 to cover the basic
procedure, which costs around $700,000. The generosity of the donors was phenomenal and Silly Hat day raised $1,300 for DeKeyser. Manatee Elementary School will host two more spirit days. Wacky Wednesday will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 15 and Fancy Footwear will be held Feb. 29. Sunday, March 18 is Manatee Day at A.J.’s Candy Castle where 10 percent of all sales will be donated to Manatee Elementary to close out the Loving Lungs for Life fundraiser. For more information, please contact Susan Taylor, Manatee PTO president at 321-795-8621. VV
Parent’s Night Out Brevard County Parks and Recreation will host a Parent’s Night Out on Friday, March 9 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the Viera Regional Community Center. Parents can enjoy a night out while their children enjoy games, crafts, pizza, chips, drinks, a movie, and more. This event is for children in kindergarten through 6th grade. The fee is $12 per child. Registration and payment are due by 2 p.m. on Friday, March 9, and space is limited. All activities are conducted and supervised by Brevard County Parks and Recreation staff at the Viera Regional Community Center, located at 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way in Viera. Please call 321-433-4891 for more information.
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2011 Rockledge High School Cambridge Scholar Award Winners Congratulations to these students who have been recognized by the United Kingdom’s University of Cambridge for their exceptional achievements on their recent Cambridge International Examinations.
Cambridge Scholar Awards: earned upper level award for three Cambridge International Advanced Subsidiary Levels Exams
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Leib
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Streeter
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Diploma
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Hilburn
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Castro
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2011 Seniors to earn Cambridge Scholar Awards: Cross qualification Cambridge International A and AS Level award were the following: Amanda McCoy, Ayasia Telesca-Whipple, Brandon Robinson, Briana Torgerson, Charles Dipasquale, Erin Meldrum, Hung Nguyen, Joseph Spalding, Madison Muniz, Mai Kim Tran, Mariposa Wilson, Megan Zimlich, Michelle Hoffmann, Nicole Murdoch, Robert Meyer and Travis Allen Three Cambridge AS Levels David Nicholson-Fajardo
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Cambridge in Brevard By Mary Brotherton
The name Cambridge has long been associated with learning in the United Kingdom. Brevard County Public Schools is associated with Cambridge University through a prestigious program offered to students at Rockledge, Eau Gallie, Heritage and Titusville high schools. Through the University of Cambridge AICE Program, high school students take courses and exams that are internationally recognized, giving them the opportunity to earn college credit. AICE is the Advanced International Certificate in Education program, part of the University of Cambridgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s International Examinations (CIE) program. This is an international, pre-university curriculum and examination system that stresses the value of broad and balanced study for students who can tailor their studies to their individual interests, abilities and future plans. This curriculum encourages independent research and investigation, initiative, creativity and the application of skills and
knowledge. Saint Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic School in Rockledge is the longest operating Catholic elementary and middle school in Brevard County and is newly recognized as a Cambridge International School. Also located in Rockledge, Kennedy Middle School offers a Cambridge Checkpoint program, as well. Rockledge High School is known for its challenging, accelerated curriculum that is based on Britainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Advanced Subsidiary (AS) or Advanced (A) Level examinations. The four-year curriculum progresses from one to two years of preparatory classes to entrance in the AICE diploma program that signifies the successful completion of the AICE curriculum. In order to earn the AICE diploma a student must pass six international examinations spread across three areas â&#x20AC;&#x201D; math and science, languages and arts and humanities. Students must pass at least one examination from each area and a total of six to earn the diploma. In addition to earning college credit for each
examination passed, students who have earned the diploma and have completed 100 community service hours will also automatically qualify for the Bright Futures Scholarship. Rockledge High School recently announced their students who earned Cambridge Scholar Awards. This is no small accomplishment when considering that the Cambridge Scholar Awards set standards for students who earned high marks on three International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) exams, three AS Level exams, or two A Level exams. In the case of the Cross Qualification Cambridge AS/A Level Award, students must qualify on one A Level plus one AS level exam in order to earn this award. In other words, the students who are Cambridge Diploma recipients are another example of what Brevard County has accomplished by offering such a prestigious curriculum. For more information, visit Cambridge University at cie. org.uk, get details at brevard. k12.fl.us or call RHS at 321636-3711. VV
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Students bring non-perishable food to Manatee Elementary School prior to the 46th Super Bowl football game that was held Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in support of their favorite team and to help those less fortunate. By Rosemary H. Lynn
Manatee Elementary School in Viera held its second annual Souper Bowl day. Students, parents and faculty brought nonperishable items such as canned goods and boxed items to place under the team banner they planned to root for during the Super Bowl on Feb. 4, 2012. The clear-cut winner for the Manatee Souper Bowl was the New York Giants. The annual Souper Bowl event teaches children the joy of helping others and learning about people who have less than they. The children brought in as much food as they could to donate for the event. All of the food collected for the event was donated to the House of Hope Food Bank of the Merritt Island First Baptist Church. VV
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Ayad B. Saad, an Edward Jones financial adviser in Suntree/ Viera, qualified for the firmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2012 Financial Adviser Leaders Conference, which recognizes financial advisers who are among the firmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leaders. The 2012 conference will be held in May at the firmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s headquarters in St. Louis, Mo. Saad is one of 570 who qualified out of the firmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more than 11,000 financial advisers. Edward Jones ranked No. 5 on FORTUNE magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;100 Best Companies to Work Forâ&#x20AC;? in 2012. For more information, call 321-255-2552. VV
Buth takes over reins at Viera East
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Local realtor earns national award By Linda Wiggins
Realtor Susan Swanson received the 2011 Outstanding Service Award from the Seniors Real Estate Specialist Council of the National Association of Realtors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I choose to focus on the needs of seniors because it is about building a relationship with the person or family, looking at how their needs have changed, and helping them determine their next move so that they enjoy their lives to the fullest,â&#x20AC;? said Swanson, of Keller Williams Realty Brevard. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is important to live and work in the community I serve,â&#x20AC;? Her office is in the Suntree Mercedes Homes building and she lives in Heritage Isles. For details, call 321-987-9600. VV
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David Buth has been selected by the Board of Supervisors to serve as general manager of the Viera East Community Development District, replacing Bob Johnson, who has retired. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a golf professional but this is much larger than just the golf course,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; said Buth, who started Dec. 19. Johnson, general manager since 2008, oversaw a number of major projects including the restoration of the Viera East Golf Club greens in 2010. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The greens are already in pretty good shape for this time of year,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Buth said. Buth was selected from more than 150 applicants for his extensive experience in all aspects of golf club management including food and beverage. ' ' # ' &' %( $! "' ')
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Commission. The Viera East CDD is governed by a fivemember elected board of supervisors. The Viera East Golf Club is a Joe Lee designed 18-hole course, which Buth said is a popular destination for the golfing public including a regional draw. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re filling the golf course up so we obviously have to be doing something correct,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; he said. Planning improvements on the course include leveling some of the t-boxes which have become pitted by divets over time, according to Buth. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The par 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s are the worst. I wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to shut the course down to do the work because we have several sets of t-boxes on each hole,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; he said. For more information, call 321-639-2355. VV
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Congratulations to Florida Area Look 2012 winner Sport Clips Assistant Manager Katie Goldammer was named the Florida Area Look 2012 Winner for the best haircut. She was the area winner for North and Central Florida, which earned her $100. Sport Clips is located at The Avenue Viera. For more details or to meet the award winning stylist, call 321-637-1553.VV
Brandimore to lead Total Body Challenge class
The Viera Regional Community Center is offering Total Body Challenge classes on Thursdays from 10 to 11:15 a.m. The cost is $5 per class. The classes are for adults age 18 and up. Total Body Challenge is a cardio/strength training interval class, followed by 30 minutes of yoga. This class also strengthens all muscles and works on balance and toning. Participants are asked to bring a yoga mat and towel. The instructor, Robin Brandimore, is a certified yoga and aerobics instructor as well as a Postural Alignment Specialist. All activities are supervised by Brevard County Parks and Recreation staff at the Viera Regional Community Center. For more information, please call the Viera Regional Community Center at 321-433-4891. VV
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The dental duo who practice at Viera Dental at The Avenue Viera have something in common besides their gender. They are avid Gator fans. Replacing the retiring Dr. Harold Brooks, doctors Kathy Plower and Cassandra Dorsey relocated to Brevard after spending eight years in Gainesville at University Viera Voice Linda Wiggins of Florida. “It’s no question New dentists and Gator fans we are big Gator fans. Viera at Viera Dental include Kathy Plower and Cassandra Dorsey is the perfect place for a dental practice,” Plower said. “There is a concentration of While the staff is the same seniors and a concentration as under Brooks, Plower and of families with young Dorsey gave the practice a children, and everyone in makeover, bringing in the between.” latest dental technology. Plower favors seniors, Bookkeeping and insurance and focuses her efforts on were assigned to Heartland patients with removable Dental Care. dentures and other needs. “We like to have a fun, Dorsey favors children, family atmosphere, so it and has a background in helps not having to stress pediatric dentistry. out over paperwork,” Dorsey “She’s amazing with kids,” said. “But mostly it makes it Plower said. possible for us to focus on The pair served under patient care.” Brooks before he left his For more information, call patients in their hands. 321-433-1022. VV
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Viera doc celebrates 25 years Ho family behind eye doctor’s success By Linda Wiggins
Dr. Frederick Ho is celebrating 25 years of success as a noted Brevard ophthalmologist, nearly five of those most recent years at his Wickham Road practice in Viera, which now hosts his adjacent Atlantic Eye MD hospital dedicated to eye surgery. The path that led to the spacious, blue-trimmed yellow building and great success started half a world away. In addition to international professional acclaim and awards, that success extends to his private life, which includes Melbourne-born wife Laurie and their four young daughters, who attend Freedom 7 Elementary School. In 1949, China fell to communism, spelling doom for the Ho family until they could escape to the British colony of Hong Kong. Of meager family means, Ho and his siblings studied hard
for a shot at greater freedom and opportunities. He was awarded a scholarship to California Institute of Technology, where he came to study biology and science at age 18. He was later accepted to medical school, where he decided to focus on maintaining, improving and in many cases saving eye sight. “I am not sure why I wanted to pursue the area of vision,” Ho said. “Maybe it was because it was something that affected me at a young age, I don’t know, but I will tell you, when I am in a room full of ophthalmologists, nearly every one of them wears glasses like me.” Every immediate member of the Ho family eventually emigrated to the United States. China took control of Hong Kong in 1997. Ho moved his practice from Eau Gallie to Viera, an area that would continue to grow in his two demographics. One group is seniors, who keep his surgery busy with cataract removal and placement of
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Dr. Frederick Ho has earned top acclaim and awards for ophthalmology during his 25 years of practice in Brevard. corrective devices. While break the orbital bones of intraocular lens. Another rare in the healthy, fullthe face surrounding the top concern is macular term baby, Ho performs eyes. degeneration, which results For more information, or in advancing blindness of all various surgeries to focus the direction of the eyes. for a calendar of events to but peripheral vision. mark the 25-year milestone His other focus is pediatric Another common surgery children and youth is throughout this year, go to ophthalmology. Premature treatment for sports and birth can result in the need DrHo.cc. VV other injuries that may for surgery and the use of
Art Gallery of Viera has moved
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This scene from inside Art Gallery of Viera on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012, shows they have plenty of space to showcase the talents of local, national and international artists and craft’s men and women.
The Art Gallery of Viera has moved to a new location, but not far from the familiar corner location at The Avenue Viera. The new address is 2261 Town Center Ave., Suite 111 next door to Coldwater Creek. The larger space was required due to phenomenal growth, the addition of new, professional, local artists, a wide variety of art pieces and increasing classes. With better lighting and three display rooms, artists will now have dedicated display areas for their work. The Art Gallery of Viera will hold a grand opening reception on Saturday, March 10 from 6 to 9 p.m. For more information, call 321-504-4343. VV
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What can I do for others? Richard Rossell, a resident of Brevard County since 1979, was the assistant administrator of the county’s largest skilled nursing home, the senior regional marketing director for Shands Hospital Home Care Division and the regional director for Access Home Health/Gentiva Health Services. The founding board member for the Brevard Alzheimer’s Foundation is currently the foundation’s business development director. He maintains an active Real Estate Associate’s license and says that it brings him great pleasure to have someone ask for his help and to be able to offer assistance.
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What was your first job? In high school I worked as a sales clerk in an office supply store in Homestead, Fla.
What kind of car did you learn to drive in? A 1964 Ford convertible. What would you like to be doing right now if money were no object? Go on a cruise around the world. I have been on 14 cruises and they have been my favorite vacations. Who is your favorite author? One of my favorites is Stephen King.
Do you have any pet peeves? It really is annoying to me to see people talking on their cell phone in supermarkets. When you were a child what did you want to be when you grew up? A hotel proprietor. What can we always find in your refrigerator? Diet Dr. Pepper.
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What is one thing casual acquaintances might be surprised to learn about you? I was taken to school in a taxi from kindergarten through 8th grade.
What is the most adventurous thing you have ever done? At age 12, I was a passenger on a motorcycle going 100 miles per hour and I will never forget that thrill, even though I was scared.
Do you have a story to share about a celebrity you have met? When I was in high school, I met Betty White and her husband, Allen Ludden. I was in the audience of a game show they were on in Miami. I was told that I was picked from the audience to go backstage to meet them because I had a flat top haircut and white shoes . VV
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Father/daughter dance at Quest By Rosemary H. Lynn
Quest Elementary School, in Viera, held its annual father/daughter dance on Friday evening, Feb. 10. A red carpet greeted guests as they entered the school. Pictures were taken at the beginning and during the event so everyone would have beautiful memoirs of their evening. Fathers and daughters dressed up to attend the affair that featured lively music and goodies to munch on. Little girls giggled and danced together when their fathers tired out and took a seat on the sidelines. Excitement grew as fathers were introduced to their daughters’ schoolmates and attending teachers. When asked why the dance was so special to her, Nivea Thompson said, “Because my daddy is so nice.” Asked what the best part of the event was, she was quick to answer, “Dancing is the best!” The turnout for the affair was phenomenal. At one point during the evening, it was standing-room-only on the dance floor. It was evident that the girls were thrilled to be at an event where they were the center of attention and all of the fathers present seemed proud to be there with them. Some of the fathers brought not only their own daughters, but friends of their daughters as well. One father said, “I told her how lucky she was to have parents who are interested in her school functions and participate in events such as this. A lot of kids don’t have anyone who really cares. It’s obvious that the fathers who are here tonight truly care about their children.” VV
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John Meyers with his daughters, and their friends strike a pose while waiting to have their photos taken professionally at the father/daughter dance at Quest Elementary, Feb. 10, 2012.
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The crested caracara, occasionally identified as the Mexican eagle, is a bird of prey from the falcon family. It is the most terrestrial bird in this group. Preferred locations are improved pasturelands and dry prairies with scattered cabbage palms. In the United States, it is found in Arizona, Texas and Florida. This raptor has been a threatened species in Florida since 1987; loss of habitat is a major factor. Presently, this state’s population is estimated at 300 non-breeding birds and an unknown number of breeding pairs.
Somewhat sluggish, it is not a fast aerial hunter; on the ground, it is an opportunistic feeder. Carrion and live prey, such as small mammals, amphibians, reptiles, fish and insects, satisfy its ravenous appetite. Near the Viera Wetlands, this scavenger has been observed feeding on the carcasses of cattle, deer and feral hogs. Vultures often share its prey. This photo of two caracaras was taken at the Viera Wetlands. The adult on the right is darker than the juvenile on the left; when mature, both genders are similar in color. One can also
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Enthusiastic activity directors discuss the students progress in the Movin’ and Groovin’ Walkathon event at Manatee Elementary in Viera on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012.
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Manatee Elementary School sponsored a fun Movin’ and Groovin’ walkathon for all students on Thursday, Jan. 26 on the school grounds. Students in grades one through six participated during their regular activity times. Each grade ran or walked separately so that not all students were outside at the same time. They were encouraged to wear clothing reminiscent of the 60s and 70s as well as appropriate sneakers as they walked or ran laps to the beat of music
offered up by parent-D.J. Paula Dribble who dressed the part of a hippie for the event and kept the energy flowing. Tricia Kublank coordinated the event with the activity directors. Children collected pledges from their parents, friends and family. Ambitious students were determined to walk or run as many laps as possible during the morning activity times. Many of them wore tie-died clothing, bell bottom jeans or jewelry with the peace sign. All were eager to make their teachers and parents proud.
The funds collected will be used for the activity projects such as art, music, media and P.E. equipment. Mrs. Kublank and the other activity directors participated by handing out water bottles and checking off laps that were completed as well as cheering the children on. Many parent volunteers helped with the event proving that Manatee Elementary School is one where children and their parents participate together in making education a fun and exciting experience for everyone. VV
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Members of the FDNY Retirees of Brevard County meet in front of the 9/11 memorial at Brevard County Fire Rescue Station 48 in Viera. Back row from left are Eddie Ahearn and Baudon Malmbeck. Front row from left are Pat Gray, LeRoy Haynes, Mike Moody and John Masterson. By George white
Retired New York fire fighters have been organized in Brevard County since 1975, but the events of that fateful Sept. 11 in 2001, the group has grown a lot larger, and closer. “It started with only four members but we have 50 now and we know more are out there that just don’t know about us,’’ said John Masterson with the FDNY Retirees of Brevard County. The group is proud to gather in front of the memorial to 9/11, including a section of I-beam from one of the fallen towers of the World Trade Center, now located at the new Brevard County Fire Rescue Station No. 48. Most of the business of the group is social in that they
can share stories about their careers and other topics about retirement in Florida, where many New Yorkers end up to escape the cold weather. “We talk about issues pertaining to health, welfare and social activities,’’ said club member Mike Moody, a member since 1997, who lost his firefighter brother, Capt. Thomas Moody, in the 9/11 attacks. Retired Lt. Edward Ahearn, a past president of the group, lost his son, Lt. Brian Ahearn, 43, who was a member of Engine 230. “After 2001, a lot of guys came in and joined up,’’ he said. Lt. Patrick Gray also lost his son, firefighter Jim Gray, 35. “It’s the brotherhood we share. I’m in it because of them giving respect to the
men that were lost,’’ he said. 9/11 survivor supervising fire marshal LeRoy Haynes now serves as president of the retirees group. “I was right there. After 9/11 there was a big turnover so the retention rate started down so it’s not an old group up there so there are not as many retirees,’’ he said. There are a total of 26 similar groups nationwide including nine in Florida, he said. FDNY Retirees of Brevard meet at 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month (except June, July and August) in room 3 East at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Indialantic. Membership dues are $25 annually. For more information, call 321-768-1892. VV
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More March events around Brevard Weekends in March American Red Cross lifeguard certification classes All days are mandatory for certification. Call for dates and times. $160 for the course. McLarty Park pool 790 Barton Blvd., Rockledge 321-633-1874 March 2-5 Helga Flower Watercolor Workshop 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Art Gallery of Viera 2261 Town Center Ave 401- 596-4266
March 3 The Great American Song Book with the Space Coast Pops Featuring Arcadian Broad, pianist and National Finalist for Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Got Talent 2:30 p.m. $20 to $35 First Baptist Church of Merritt Island, 140 Magnolia Avenue 321-632-7445 March 3 Community Band of Brevard A Night at the Movies! Soundtracks from the Wizard of Oz to Star Wars 7 p.m. Merritt Island High School Auditorium 100 Mustang Way (off North Courtenay Parkway) FREE 321-725-9191
March 4 Michigan Upper Peninsula Picnic Noon $4 per person. Bring a covered dish to share Wickham Park, Melbourne 321-632-1975 March 5 Hand Build a Leaf Platter out of Clay Workshop Choose 12 - 2 p.m. or 6 - 8 p.m. $45 includes everything Indian River Potters Guild 1542 Guava Avenue, Melbourne (Eau Gallie Arts District) 321-543-3645 March 8 Owl Prowl 7 - 8 p.m. Sams House at Pine Island 6195 North Tropical Trail Merritt Island 321-449-4720
March 9 & 10 Timeless Treasures A show by Seaside Piecemakers Quilt Club 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $7 Melbourne Aud., Hibiscus Ave. 321-777-5660
March 10 Spring Attic Treasures, Bake Sale, and Silent Auction 8:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m. Suntree United Methodist Church 7400 N. Wickham Road 321- 259-4086
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March 10 Palm Bay Garage Sale 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Ted Whitlock Community Center Palm Bay Regional Park 1951 Malabar Road 321-952-3231 March 10 From Ice Age Megafauna to Ancient Peoples of Pine Island 10 - 11:30 a.m. Sams House at Pine Island 6195 North Tropical Trail Merritt Island 321-449-4720
March 10 Space Coast Jazz All Stars Blues, Boogie Be-Bop and Beyond 7 p.m. $20 general admission, 18 and under FREE St. Markâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Methodist Church 2030 North Highway A1A Indialantic 321- 536-8580 March 11 Space Coast Jazz Society benefit 2 p.m. Cocoa Beach Courtyard Hotel All seats are $25. Free hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres and a cash bar. 321-777-3494
March 11 Melbourne Community Orchestra Music of the Silver Screen movies 3 p.m. FREE Episcopal Academy 5625 Holy Trinity Drive, Melbourne 321-952-9949 March 14 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Calico & Cornbreadâ&#x20AC;?- Finding Your Female Ancestors 9:30 a.m. social â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 a.m. meeting Melbourne Public Library 540 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne 321- 773-6420 March 16 Exploring Ancient Florida Noon - 1 p.m. Sams House at Pine Island 6195 North Tropical Trail Merritt Island 321-449-4720
March 17 Eco-Friendly Fair Day 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free to visitors with zoo admission Admission $14.50/Adults 13 and older; $13.50/Seniors ages 65+; $10.50/Children ages 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;12; and, FREE to children under two. Wickham Road, Melbourne 321-254-9453
March 17 The National Congress of Black Women, Inc. Space Coast Chapter Inaugural Hattitude Luncheon/ Fashion Show RSVP by March 5 11:30 a.m. $35.00 adult/$25.00 youth 12 and under Rockledge Country Club 1591 South Fiske Blvd. 321-506-7069 or 321-632-9852
March 17 Pretty Woman â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Springtime in Paris Fashion Show Proceeds to benefit North Brevard Charities Sharing Center and Brevard Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Foundation â&#x20AC;&#x153;Titusville Joeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club.â&#x20AC;? 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. $35 includes lunch La Cita Country Club 777 Country Club Drive 321-543-9637 March 17 The Uniqueness of Humans 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3:30 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church of Brevard 2185 Meadowlane Ave. West Melbourne 772-486-4029 March 17 Historical Uses of Plants 2 - 2:30 p.m. Sams House at Pine Island 6195 North Tropical Trail Merritt Island 321-449-4720
March 22 Public Doctrine to Safeguard Nature 6:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church of Brevard 2185 Meadowlane Ave. West Melbourne 772-486-4029
March 23 United Methodist Women of IRC Rummage & Bake Sale 7 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2 p.m. Wesley Fellowship Hall 1355 Cheney Hwy., Titusville 321-267-7922 March 23 Pine Island Nature Walk 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2:30 p.m. Sams House at Pine Island 6195 North Tropical Trail Merritt Island 321-449-4720
March 24 19th Annual Old Fashioned Afternoon in the Park 11 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4 p.m. Free Lunch noon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2 p.m. $8 Fox Lake Park 4400 Fox Lake Road, Titusville 321-269-3658
March 25 Palm Bay Happy Lions Pancake Breakfast 8 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1 p.m. $4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; children under 6 are free Greater Palm Bay Senior Center 1275 Culver Dr. NE, Palm Bay 321-723-0930
March 25 8th Annual Chocolate Festival 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. $20.00 at the door, $30.00 to add chocolate martini and/or wine Funds raised benefit the Zonta Club of Melbourneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campaigns to prevent violence against women Eau Gallie Civic Center 1551 Highland Ave., Melbourne 321-952-1443
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