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BY NANETTE HEBDIGE The 11th annual Light Up Viera Holiday Parade will bring joy and cheer to the community on Dec. 2 as it rings in the holidays and Christmas season. The first parade was held in 2013. There has been a different theme each year to complement the festivities. “This year’s theme — Sounds of the Season — can mean something different to everyone,’’ said Laurie Widzgowski, the marketing and events coordinator for the Viera Company. “For some, it may bring memories of caroling or singing with family and friends, listening to your favorite collection of holiday music, attending a concert highlighting our fabulous symphonies or simply the sounds of the laughter and joy filling the air

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Walk With a Doc returns to Brevard County for a second year Nov. 11, as walkers join physicians in a global effort to take steps toward a healthier lifestyle. In Melbourne, Dr. Monisola Oni, a specialist in internal medicine at Steward Primary Care in Cocoa, once again will lead participants on free morning walks along the 2.6-mile Brevard Zoo Linear Park at 8225 N Wickham Road. Walks start at 9 a.m. at the Linear Park entrance on the second and fourth Saturday of the month through April. “We walk for about an hour,” Oni said. “We start off the event with a five- to seven-minute health talk, which is usually done by me.”

“I love the Linear Park, so I think it’s a great location. I like the fact that you’re meeting new people, so there’s definitely a social element to it.” — Dorothy Greenberg

Participants can proceed at their own pace, and Oni provides water for walkers. Walk With a Doc was started in 2005 by Dr. David Sabgir, a cardiologist in Columbus, Ohio. Frustrated with his inability to convince his patients to get more exercise, Sabgir invited his patients to go for a walk with him in a local park on

a spring Saturday morning. To his surprise, more than 100 people took part. Today, Walk With a Doc is an official nonprofit organization with more than 500 chapters worldwide, including 19 in Florida. The walking-group program appealed to Oni, a native of Nigeria who got certified in obesity medicine in 2019 and stressed the importance of physical activity to her patients. “But I always got excuses from my patients such as, ‘I can’t do it alone’ or ‘I can’t afford a gym membership’ or ‘My community isn’t safe enough’ or ‘There’s just nowhere suitable for walking around me,’” Oni said. “And Walk With a Doc is a national initiative with just a simple mission. We want to improve health in our communities through physical activity, exercise, nature and social connections. So I thought it would be neat to start this in my neighborhood because it will solve all the problems that my patients present to me. And so that’s how it started. I got a few of my patients together and we started walking and then community members started showing up as well.” About 12 to 20 people showed up for each walk last year, Oni said. One of them, Dorothy Greenberg of Heritage Isle in Viera, took part in nearly a half-dozen walks after hearing about the program from a friend. “I love the Linear Park, so I think it’s a great location,” Greenberg said. “I like the fact that you’re meeting new people, so there’s definitely

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Viera swimmers believe facing stronger competition will make them better BY CARL KOTALA

The Viera High School swimming and diving team may be in a tougher district and region this season, but that doesn’t mean the Hawks are shying away from the competition. “It will definitely make me stronger, and my mindset will be a lot better knowing this is the competition I’ll be going against,” senior cocaptain Wyatt Chou said. “I need to get to where they’re at and be better than them.” The Hawks, along with Melbourne and Heritage, were moved into Class 3A, District 10 and Region 4 for this season, which means they’ll be competing against tougher teams from farther south.

“We’ve got a great group of kids,” Viera coach Chris Beadle said. “They’ve really bonded over the last few weeks, so that’s nice to see. We’ve got kind of that family vibe. It’s a younger team. Two years ago, we lost 17 seniors. Last year, we lost 13. “We’re kind of regrouping as the year goes on, but they’re getting better and better. They’re learning as we go along, so I can’t ask for more than that. Our times have been getting better every meet. They have the biggest hearts ever.” Senior co-captain Elena Limonta, who swims the 500 freestyle and 100 breaststroke, has seen her VIERA VOICE Courtesy of Angelica Collins time in the latter event go down to 1 minute, 34 seconds The Viera High swimming team has had a successful season. Pictured here are seniors, from left to right, Carrie Dimoush; Janey Vargas; Taj Snaveley; Ally Nunn; Ethan Wotton; Leila Robbins; John Bobelak; Andrew Donaldson; this year and is trying to Max Madl; Lilah Bailey; Adele Boritzki and Sara Arrendondo, front.

lower her time in the 500 freestyle to less than 7 minutes. “I’m still working on it,” she said. “I’ve definitely made some improvement since last year, but I’m always aiming to make my times faster.” Facing tougher competition in the district meet, scheduled for Oct. 27, could bring that out of her. “I think it’s good motivation to be against stronger competitors,” Limonta said. “It definitely makes you push harder.” Other swimmers to watch

for the Viera girls will be junior Marin Chapon (200 individual medley, 100 butterfly); sophomore Neta Elran (100 backstroke); senior Brooklyn Ernst (200 IM); senior Lauren Ernst (freestyle events) and freshman Janey Vargas (100 free, 100 fly). The top boys include senior Justin Lee (sprints, 100 back); Chou (freestyle events, 100 breast); sophomore Andrew Donaldson (100 fly, 100 free); sophomore Ethan Wotton (500 free); sophomore John Bobelak

(200 IM) and junior Karl Cruz (500 free, 100 fly). Another key senior is special-needs swimmer Luke Owens, who has swum his best times in the 100 back and 50 free this season. Chou is hoping to improve on his best times of 1:13 in the 100 breast and 1:01 in the 100 free. “I want to go under a minute in my 100 free for sure, and then try and go under 1:10 for the breaststroke,” he said. “I definitely feel a lot stronger than last year.” VV

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It’s been a great season for the Holy Trinity boys and girls swimming teams. Not only have the Tigers broken several school records, they’ve also set a number of personal bests. And with the postseason coming, even more records could fall. “So far, my individual events have gone well,” Holy Trinity senior Luke LaGrone wrote in an email. “I have made a lot of progress throughout the season. I’ve dropped over half a second on my 50 free time from the beginning of the season which I’ve been struggling to get down for a while. “For my 100 fly, I’ve had huge time drops even though it’s a relatively new event to me. LaGrone’s twin sister, Allison LaGrone, has also been enjoying a strong season in her three individual events — the 50 and 100-meter freestyle and the 100 breaststroke. “Although it is only my second year, I have been making a lot of personal improvements and have had many personal bests, I hope to continue that going into districts.” Holy Trinity junior Natalie Doig has had herself quite a

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year as well. Not only did she break the school record in the 200 free with a time of 1 minute, 54.45 seconds, she also broke Katie Hamilton’s 19-year-old record in the 100 free with a time of 56.97. That’s not all. Doig, McKenna Coris, Violet Flores and Paige Wolff broke a 12-year-old school record in the 400 free relay by finishing in 3:52.25. With the district and regional events taking place at the end of October, who knows how many Tigers will advance to the state meet, which is set for Nov. 4 in Ocala. “Our chances for the postseason are looking great,” Luke LaGrone wrote. “The

girls team has absolutely crushed it, especially with their relays, and we may see a few swimmers and maybe their freestyle relays, make it

to states. “The boys have a lot of strong swimmers and relays which will likely advance to regionals and possibly states.” Both seniors described this year’s team as having a mix of younger and experienced swimmers who have, as Luke wrote “ambitious goals” and have created a tight bond amongst themselves. “I feel like we are a closeknit family and we get along very well,” Allison wrote.

While the two hope to have even more personal bests and get as far as they can individually, they also hope to leave behind a positive culture that will help the program continue to grow. “This season has been full of fast swims and fun times,” coach Tiffany DeAngelis wrote in an email. “Our Tigers are all pulling together both in and out of the pool, making this one of our strongest teams yet.” VV

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The Ladies Golf Association at Indian River Colony Club took to the links recently for their 13th annual Golf for the Cure tournament. The tournament raised $1,923 to help support the national nonprofit Living Beyond Breast Cancer. The nonprofit organization provides trusted information and a community of support for those impacted by breast cancer. Residents of IRCC, the Viera 55-plus community of military veterans, are known for their patriotism and philanthropic outreach.

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and oak hammocks. “I’ve seen a deer, an alligator, some interesting birds, a lot of turtles and occasionally a snake,” Oni said. The Melbourne chapter is sponsored by donors and Lordoni Discount Pharmacy in Melbourne. The group recently created a Facebook page to encourage more people to take part, Oni said. “We’d love to have more people join us,” she said. “Walking is one of the best things you can do for your health.” For more information, visit walkwithadoc.org/joina-walk/locations/melbourneflorida/ or email Oni at monisaoni70@gmail.com. VV

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Viera band hosts fundraiser for uniforms older than many wearing them BY CARL KOTALA There’s nothing wrong with wearing an original. But when that original is now 17 years old and being held together by strategically placed duct tape, well, that’s not exactly sustainable. To that end, the Viera High School Marching Band is hosting the king of all fundraisers to help raise money to pay for new uniforms. The event is scheduled from 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 5 at the American Muscle Car Museum, a privately owned, 123,000 square-foot facility that hosts nonprofit fundraisers, car activities and educational tours for schoolage children. It features nearly 500 cars ranging from classic American muscle cars from the 1950s to the 1970s to more modern sophisticated cars such as a 2022 Ford GT.

The goal is to raise $60,000 to help pay the total cost of $120,000 it will take to buy new uniforms. The band has been fundraising for the past 2½ years. “Their current uniforms are from when the school originally opened (in 2006). The uniforms are 17 years old. The uniforms are actually older than most of the kids wearing them,” said Gerry Tieri, a Viera band parent who, along with his wife, Michelle, has helped organize the fundraiser. “They’re literally falling apart now. We have an army of parents that have been patching and sewing and keeping these uniforms together.” Cost for the event is $100 per ticket or $175 for a couple. It includes admission, food and non-alcoholic drinks. There are also VIP tickets for $300 ($500 per couple)

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support from the community,” said Michelle Tieri, who said more than $50,000 in goods and services have been donated to the auctions. Viera will also have a pep band, a jazz band and instrumental duets playing at the event. The Hawks have consistently won awards under the direction of Nick Eggen and Maria Dix. Tickets will be limited to 350 people and can be purchased at GoFan.com with a search for Viera HS Instrumental Music. More information for donations can be found there as well. The Viera band has already raised $60,000. The Tieris are hoping the fundraiser will cover the remaining costs especially since, as Michelle explained, the price has gone up $20,000 since the project began 2½ years ago. “What I wanted to do was put together a fundraiser where yes, we’re asking for money, but you’re going to get something out of it,” Gerry Tieri said. “You’re going to get something exclusive that you can’t go and do on your own on a weekend. “The only way to do this is to buy a ticket to this fundraiser. You’re going to get to go and see spectacular cars that you couldn’t normally see. You’re going to have great food. You’re going to hear music played by the kids. “Even if you’re just looking for something to do on a date night with something really unique. … this is it.” VV

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He is the kind of teacher you want your child to have. The other, well, he has one of the most important jobs on the entire campus. In recognition of their work, Viera High School social studies teacher Jeff Draves and Network Administrator Kyle McFall were named the school’s Teacher and Employee of the Year last month. “Being named Employee of the Year for Viera High School is a tremendous honor and a source of immense pride for me,” McFall wrote in an email. “It reflects the dedication and hard work I've invested in my role as a technology professional. I was genuinely surprised and deeply appreciative of the recognition from my colleagues. It's a testament to the collaborative spirit at Viera High and the importance of technological support in our educational mission.” It’s been a banner year for Draves, now in his 22nd year as a teacher and a previous award winner in 2017. He was honored last month as the 2023 Florida Council for the Social Studies Dr. Theron Trimble Social Studies Teacher of the Year.

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Viera High School Employee of the Year Kyle McFall, left, and Teacher of the Year Jeff Draves, right, pose with principal Heather LeGate after being announced as the winners of this year's awards.

“It almost feels like I’m glutenous,” Draves said. “The only thing that helps me sleep at night is that I didn’t nominate myself for either one of them, nor did I vote for myself for either one of them. “There are just so many people that deserve it. It’s a huge school. We have a hundred teachers. For what we deal with now and for what everybody dealt with through COVID … I wish he had more awards to hand out.” Viera principal Heather LeGate praised this year’s award winners. “Jeff is an amazing teacher who builds solid relationships with students and engages them in meaningful learning,” LeGate wrote in an email. “He is always going above

and beyond on campus. From planning prom and graduation, to announcing varsity football games, he is a fixture on campus and

demonstrates the Power of One every day. “Kyle is a great employee and shows the Power of One daily as he helps students and teachers with technology. He does so much behind the scenes to keep us up and running every day. No job is too big or too small and he is always willing to lend a hand.” McFall, who celebrates his second year at Viera this month, said his biggest challenges are staying current with rapidly evolving technology and managing the diverse needs of the school’s staff and students. “What I love most about working at Viera High is

the sense of purpose that comes with supporting our dedicated educators and students,” he wrote. “I find immense satisfaction in providing prompt, courteous assistance, helping to enhance the educational experience. The collaborative and supportive atmosphere at Viera High makes it a truly fulfilling workplace.” McFall’s award was a popular one. “When I won, I was happier for him than I was for myself,” Draves said. “He’s the hardest-working guy on campus. We wouldn’t be able to run that school without him. He’s amazing.” VV

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Festival draws crowd to Viera for fun-filled day BY MIKE GAFFEY The weather was a little cooler for a welcome change as the Viera Voice Scarecrow Stroll & Viera Harvest Festival held its 11th event, which moved back to The Avenue Viera after it had relocated to Viera Regional Park for two years. Bluegrass music by the Penny Creek Band played in the background as children brought their stuffed animals to the Ted E. Bear Medical Clinic for an annual checkup. All of them were ecstatic as all the animals of all shapes and sizes received certificates for good health. Clinic doctors from Island Animal Hospital, which has facilities in Viera, Merritt Island and Cocoa Beach, were more than happy to show the children how a stethoscope worked and its importance. Otoscopes revealed a few ears that needed cleaning. The sounds of the Zucchini 500 echoed from one corner as all rooted for their favorite car. It was sponsored by Pizza Gallery & Grill and 28 North. Faces were painted all sorts of colors, at the Dan Adovasio State Farm booth, where the line never seemed to end for those waiting. Princess Leia greeted people at the Pumpkin Patch, which proved to be a popular spot to gather, as always. Shelly Harbor, a mermaid, was the most magnificent Scarecrow of all in winning both the Scarecrow Stroll Popular Vote and Best of Show. Ulysses and his sailors would not have been able to avoid the rocks off the coast of Greece if Shelly had been singing. People placed bids for the 21 ’Crows, with all money going to the Brevard Schools Foundation.

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Proceeds from the scarecrow auction benefit the Brevard Schools Foundation. Foundation representatives received the Community Champion trophy. Foundation members built Sunny the Scholar.

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Tommy’s Express Car Wash expanding with planned Suntree location BY NANETTE HEBDIGE Tommy’s Express Car Wash set the wheels in motion for its new Suntree location near Pineda Landings at Wickham Road and Jordan Blass Drive. This will be the second location for the Ash family, following the carwash located on Stadium Parkway. It will maintain the same Tommy’s Express Car Wash distinctive décor and architectural features. “This location will be slightly smaller than our first, as the wash tunnel is only 90 feet, offering about 15 self-serve vacuum parking spaces,” said Alexander Ash, who is operations and project manager for the new location. “I learned a lot during the buildout and management of our Stadium (Parkway) location and the Tommy’s group is a great team to work with.” Ash, who grew up in North Carolina but whose family is from Boca Raton, has been entrenched in the operations, running the Stadium Parkway location. He was directly involved with his father, Michael M. Ash Sr., the owner of RCH Properties LLC, during the construction of its first location. RCH Properties LLC owns the

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Ornament Event 2 - 4 p.m. Come in-store and choose an ornament of your liking to decorate. This is a free event and all supplies will be included. Michaels Crafts 2221 Town Center Ave. Viera, 321-639-7745

National Happy Hour Day

Military Mondays Golf All day 20% off rack rate. Viera East Golf Course 2300 Clubhouse Drive Viera, 321-639-6500 Free Liver Scans 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free fibroscans offered by ClinCloud. 8085 Spyglass Hill Road Viera, 321-751-6771

Youth Professional Musical Scottish Country Dancing Theatre Showcase 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 2:15 - 3:13 p.m. Springs of Presentation of "The Suntree Clubhouse Magic of Oz" inspired by 8300 Holiday Springs Road the music of Wicked and Suntree, 321-427-3587 Wizard of Oz. Viera High School Brevard Genealogical 6103 Stadium Parkway Society Presentation 9:30 a.m. Viera, 646-263-6859 Tracing your Native American and Alaskan native heritage. Cocoa Public Library 308 Forrest Ave. Cocoa, 321-633-1792

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An Afternoon of Diversions Concert 3 p.m. Presented by the Central Florida Winds. Suntree United 7400 N. Wickham Road Suntree, 321-405-2359 Rising Star Organ Concert 3 p.m. Advent Lutheran Church 7550 N. Wickham Rd. Suntree, 321-259-8515

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National Cancer Awareness Day

Sit and Get Fit with Jeanette White 6 p.m. All fitness levels welcome. Great music. Martin Andersen Senior Center 1025 S. Florida Ave. Rockledge, 321-631-7549

Military Family Seminar 2 p.m. Planning for use of unique benefits. One Senior Place 8085 Spyglass Hill Road Viera, 321-751-6771

Boomer Trivia 4 - 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Free to play Pizza Gallery, 2250 Town Center Ave., # 113 Viera, 321-633-0397

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Paychecks for Patriots Job Fair 3 - 6 p.m. There will be more than 50 employers. Viera Community Center 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Viera, 321-504-7600

48th annual Space and Trowel Christmas Home Tour 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Two spectacular riverfront homes located on South Tropical Trail Merritt Island. Bake sale, arts and crafts sale. Proceeds benefit Candlelighters of Brevard, Life Recaptured and Walk on Water Horse Ministry. 321-750-7509

Non Fiction Book Club 3 p.m. Suntree/Viera Library 902 Jordan Blass Drive Suntree, 321-255-4044 Coin Talk 6 - 7:45 p.m. Suntree/Viera Library 902 Jordan Blass Drive Suntree, 321-255-4044

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Hands-on CPR program 10 a.m. - noon 1 - 3 p.m. Wickham Park Senior Center 2785 Leisure Way Melbourne, 321-255-4494 Brevard County Farmers Market 3 - 6 p.m. Wickham Park Pavilion 2500 Parkway Drive Melbourne, 321-633-1702

3rd Thursday at the Avenue Viera 5 - 8 p.m. The Avenue Viera 2261 Town Center Ave. Viera, 321-634-5390 Karaoke 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Martin Andersen Senior Center 1025 S. Florida Ave. Rockledge 321-268-2013

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Medication - Ask the Doctor 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Dr. Emanuela Biban, Medical Science Liaison with ClinCloud Research. RSVP required. 8085 Spyglass Hill Road Viera, 321-751-6771

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Sip & Smoke 6:30 p.m. Locally hand-rolled cigars provided by Chaffiot Cigars 28 North Gastropub 2250 Town Center Ave. Viera, 321-241-1159

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SATURDAY SATURDAY Festival of Trees 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Beautifully adorned trees, silent auction items. Hosted by the Junior League. Wickham Park 2815 Leisure Way Melbourne, 321-566-2433

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Third annual Brevard Family Partnership Foundation Golf Tournament 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. All proceeds benefit the BFP Foundation. Turtle Creek Golf Club Sit-n-Stitch Estate Planning Seminar 1279 Admiralty Blvd. 1 - 3 p.m. 10 a.m. Rockledge, 321-753-4650 Bring your current project Presented by elder law Community of Hope Gala and join us to share ideas, attorney William A., Johnson. 6 - 10 p.m. thoughts or seek advice. One Senior Place Fundraiser for Community Suntree/Viera Library 8085 Spyglass Hill Road of Hope Brevard. 902 Jordan Blass Drive Viera, 321-751-6771 Holiday Inn SCCC Suntree, 321-255-4044 301 Tucker Lane Cocoa, 321-474-0966

Open Pickleball 10 a.m. Viera Community Center 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Viera, 321-433-4891

Medicaid Planning Seminar 10 a.m. Presented by elder law attorney William A. Johnson. One Senior Place 8085 Spyglass Hill Road Viera, 321-751-6771

Domestic Violence Awareness Talk 6 - 7 p.m. Presented by the Salvation Army. Suntree Viera Library 902 Jordan Blass Drive Suntree 321-255-4404

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MMB Presents A Royal Concert - "Music fit for a Queen" 7 p.m. Melbourne Auditorium 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd. Melbourne, 321-724-0555

United in Thanksgiving 2023 7 - 8 p.m. Annual interfaith celebration of gratitude and diversity. Suntree United Methodist Church 7400 N. Wickham Road Suntree, 321-242-2585

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Strong Body, Mind and Spirit with Lilifitness 6 p.m. Exercise and mediation outdoors. Viera Community Center 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Viera, 321-433-4891

Pawsome Partners Awareness Event 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Vendors, music, service dog demonstrations and dog costume parade. The Avenue Viera 2261 Town Center Ave Viera, 321-634-5390

Senior Life's Boomer Bash Fifth annual Space Coast Senior Expo Police K-9 Competition 9 - 1 p.m. 2 - 8 p.m. Free admission The fastest and furriest Free parking police and military K-9 teams Speak with exhibitors, will meet to see who will win enjoy music, coffee the "Top Dog" prize. bar and an exercise Viera High School Stadium demonstration. 6125 Stadium Parkway Veterans Salute 12:15 p.m. Viera, 321-639-7620 Veterans medleys and speakers. 321-242-1235 Craft Fair Center for Collaboration 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Space Coast Foundation Faith Viera 1100 Rockledge Blvd. 5560 Faith Drive U.S. 1, Rockledge Viera, 321-636-5505

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Karaoke 6 p.m. Presented by Rockstar Entertainment Hook & Eagle Tavern 2500 Clubhouse Drive Viera, 321-639-3487

Fifth annual Brevard Children's Business Fair 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. The Avenue Viera 2261 Town Center Ave Viera, 321-634-5390

Line Dancing 10 - 11:30 a.m. Viera Community Center 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Viera, 321-323-4928

Space Coast Basket Brigade 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Holiday celebration, games, prizes and a kid zone. Viera High School 6085 Stadium Parkway Viera, 270-799-7464

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Fourth annual Kris Kringle Brevard Symphony Orchestra's Sounds of the Market Season Holiday Concert Three-day event 2 - 3:30 p.m. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. King Center for the Live local music, food Performing Arts trucks and more than Space Coast Turkey Trot 100 vendors to start your 3865 N. Wickham Road Melbourne, 321-345-5052 8 a.m. holiday shopping. A road race for runners and Riverview Park Sebastian Brevard Beagle Meet walkers through residential 600 U.S. 1 & 512 10 a.m. Cocoa Beach Isles. Pieloch Dog Park 20 N. Brevard Ave. 1703 Crane Creek Blvd. Cocoa Beach Viera, Facebook.com/ runsignup.com BeaglesofBrevard Space Coast Turkey Trot 5K 7:30 a.m. Front Street Park 2210 Front Street Melbourne, 321-751-8890

Dueling Pianos 6 - 10 p.m. Benefit for Saint Stephen’s Way Grand Manor 1450 Sarno Road Melbourne, 321-427-2645 Quest 180 6:30 p.m. Recovery group. Church at Viera 9005 N. Wickham Road Viera, 321-259-3454

Zonta Shoe Display Nov. 18 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 19 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. A display of women's shoes depicting the number of women who have been killed by an intimate partner as a result of domestic violence every day in the country. Highland Avenue Fellowship Church 1591 Highland Ave., Melbourne zontaspacecoast.org

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Continued from page 1 as you attend a holiday event.’’ The lineup this year will include new floatoons, which are professional parade balloons on a base pulled along the parade route. Floats, marching bands, professional entertainment groups and walking groups from various community organizations also will participate. “The parade continues to grow each year along with the growth of the community.’’ said Stephanie Byrd, the director of marketing. Viera’s founding family was instrumental in creating

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The Light Up Viera Holiday Parade will bring back brightly lighted floats.

the annual event. “It was established by Lauri Duda in 2013 as a signature holiday event for the Viera community,’’ Byrd

said. “The holiday season brings together family and friends. Each year, this night showcases all the values and beliefs of the Duda family. The values include faith in the Lord, faith in the goodness of people, and a responsibility to those who share and are mindful in these attributes as they make a community strong and successful.’’ There will be two food truck areas along the parade route, one located next to Viera Charter School and the other next to Calvary Chapel and a number of large parking lots around the outskirts of the parade route. This should provide ease of access before and after the parade.

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Thanksgiving is all about giving thanks and sumptuous food The year has again breezed by in a sneeze and the holidays are around the corner, beginning with the muchanticipated Thanksgiving celebration. This day brings cozy recollections of family gettogethers and sumptuous cooking. However, no matter how impatiently the culinary

feast is awaited, don’t lose sight of the message — it’s a time of reflection and truly being thankful for the many blessings and the everyday things we take for granted while we bask in the love and companionship of family and friends. The three usual suspects have to make their yearly

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appearance. The ill-fated turkey, the dressing and gravy, which truly make the holiday glorious and festive. This longstanding, venerated tradition has been observed since 1621, when the first settlers and Wampanoag Indians gathered by giving thanks for their plentiful, first Autumn harvest.

The sides also play a distinctive part as participants, whether it’s the proverbial tater-mash, green bean casserole, sweet yams, roasted Brussel sprouts or even some mac-n-cheese. After the splendid, not to mention calorific-infused meal, everyone will be lounging back, groaning in a

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today’s spills add less than 0.3% of the pre-1990s amounts annually. What does muck do to the IRL? By coating the healthy sandy bottom, muck can prevent seagrass from growing and can destroy habitat for small fish, crabs and other bottom dwellers. Beyond that, muck is chemically active and continually produces a flux or release of nitrogen and phosphorus, the very pollution that encourages algae blooms. The research behind the Save Our Indian River Lagoon (SOIRL) Plan indicates that muck flux contributes 23% of the nitrogen and 21% of the phosphorus load to the IRL annually. So, we need to act to control this major source. SOIRL is acting! It has identified 19 dredging projects to vacuum the muck off the IRL bottom. By removing the muck, it no longer

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Terrie Kroger is pleased that the Platinum Show Chorus will perform at the Boomer Bash Senior Expo on Friday, Nov. 10 at the Space Coast Health Foundation Center for Collaboration at 1100 Rockledge Boulevard (U.S.1) in Rockledge. “We’re always excited about the opportunity to perform,’’ said Kroger, who joined the group in 2012 and is the performance manager. “This is a great venue and we’re pleased to be involved with the (Boomer Bash) Senior Expo.’’ The Key Change quartet of Stephanie Bruns, Michele Garneau, Debra Barnard and

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Linda Mathis will perform hit songs from yesteryear. Key Change is a quartet of the Platinum Show Chorus, which is a chapter of Sweet Adelines International. Sweet Adelines is a global community of singers who join voices to sing in the harmony of a barbershop or beauty shop. “I like performing,’’ Kroger

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