New Year's Eve happenings

Still don't know what to do for New Year's Eve? Well, if you are leaning towards going out somewhere - as opposed to staying home or going to an in-home party, see what is out there. This article is the result of MUCH research!! Whatever - don't drink and drive!!

How the Port Stole Christmas

HOW THE PORT STOLE CHRISTMAS continues every night until January 2nd. Over 110,000 LED lights and 48 lighted trees, plus its free and open to the public. Find this and other light displays here!

Ring in 2013 on the Pier!

Ring in the New Year on the beach as the Cocoa Beach Pier presents the best New Year's Eve party around. In its 24th year, the ROCKIN' THE DOCK is hailed as “5 parties in one” because each of the restaurants and bars on the Pier are in on the party. All them feature live entertainment, champagne toasts, balloon drops, and television screens showing other great parties simultaneously occurring around the world. The fun starts at 7pm! Tickets are $20/person and can be purchased in advance at the pier. Get a room!!!

Real Food, Real Space Coast kitchens

TV show, Real-Food-Real-Kitchens,  holiday show featured Space Coast families sharing their holiday dishes and traditions! Check out the show: http://vimeo.com/55113310

Let there be lights!!!!

Tis the season for light displays! There are so many good ones around here - but some do stand out! Like Verbenia Street in Satellite Beach. It has to be a record for the most neighbors getting together to pitch in and create a light spectacle. This article lists boat parades and light extravaganzas - and where to find them!

Downtown Melbourne Candlelight Shopping

Downtown Melbourne will host a "Holiday Nights and Candlelight Shopping" event Saturday night from 5-9pm. Not only will shops stay open late, but there will be goodies like cookies, punch, wine, cider - yum!
Throw in some carolers and you can't help but feel Christmassy! Downtown New Haven Ave - Melbourne.

Paws for Veterans fund-raiser

 A Christmas event you can bring the whole family to, including the 4-legged members of the family, to benefit Paws for Veterans. There will be food vendors, a bounce house, photos with Santa (family and pets), face painting, pet psychic, local vendors, contests, rescue groups, DJ, raffles, and more. Bring the entire family, 2 and 4-legged for a fun Christmas event that everyone can enjoy. Free admission! For questions or if you are a vendor and would like to participate, email them at pawsforveterans@gmail.com.

Paws for Veterans is a 501 C 3 non profit organization that rescues, rehabilitates, trains, and rehomes dogs as service dogs for injured Veterans. Paws for Veterans, Inc. is a community-based organization that provides service dogs, training, supplies, and therapeutic group sessions to Veteran and Active Duty men and women struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Physical Disabilities.

The dogs in their program are rescued dogs. They strive to improve not only the lives of our Service Members but also the the lives of the dogs that they rescue and place in loving homes with Service Members. They rescue, rehabilitate, train, and rehome each dog. This creates a win, win scenario for everyone. The dogs are given a purpose in a loving forever home and the Service Members quality of life is improved by the healing power of their new canine partner.

What sets Paws for Veterans apart is that the owner assists in training their own service dog with the instruction of their expert staff of dog trainers. Each dog is trained specifically for their owners needs. Having the ability to train your own service dog builds confidence and a sense of accomplishment. This method creates a bond between dog and owner that is unmatched by other methods.

Be there!!   11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Wickham Park
2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne
Sat  - December 15th

   

What Americans need

Two houses on my street have their Christmas lights on - no, not just hung up, but on, ON - as in electricity flowing through and illuminating. I witnessed a pallet of Pointsetta plants being delivered at Wal-Mart on Halloween Day and just shook my head.

However, after giving the idea some thought - and walking through the stores - and hearing about Black Friday (who ever came up with that name?) actually happening on Wednesday...I've decided that this is what America needs. The country was divided last Tuesday and now all we hear about is the fiscal cliff we'll tumble over in January. Who wouldn't want to escape the doom and gloom??!! So let's do what we do best -pretend it's not happening!! Let's bring Christmas, usually a time of good will, happiness, forgiveness, etc - hell, let's just bring it in now! Now is when we need it! Won't hurt the economy either, right??!! If we're gonna be destitute next year, why not go out with a smile on our faces!!

And yes, I have started Christmas shopping. It takes my mind off the Medicare I'm so close to getting that I might not get anyway! 

Happy Haunting!!

The 3rd Annual Haunted House, run completely by volunteer's, and all they ask is that you help contribute donations for Florida Breast Cancer Foundation - will take place tonight 7-10pm at the Eau Gallie Self Storage. It's 4,000 square feet of fun. 

Location: NW corner of Eau Gallie Blvd & US1. 

 
To Volunteer, Donate, or ask questions contact:
info@eaugallieselfstorage.com
www.eaugallieselfstorage.com
321-242-1004

BOO !!

Brevard Zoo's annual spooky spectacular, Boo at the Zoo, starts TODAY!! Boo at the Zoo runs  from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. nightly! Last admission is 8 p.m. This is a weekend event only!! (Oct 12-27)

General Admission prices:
$8 Friday and Sunday - Oct. 12 and 14
$10 Fridays and Sundays -Oct. 19, 21, 26 and 28
$12 all Saturdays - Oct. 13, 20, 27
$5 all Fridays for Zoo Members
Children under 2 are FREE



Advance tickets are now only available online. Purchase two or more tickets and receive a discount, online only! Tickets will be available for purchase on-site during Boo at the Zoo nights. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets.


Entertainment will include live acts on stage in front of Paws On. Younger kids can enjoy Ooz Draverb, a special play area with crafts and games in the Nyami Nyami River Lodge. Brand new this year is Professor Wormwood’s Poison Garden. The Haunted Trail is not for the faint of heart and recommended for children 10 and older. The event also features an age-appropriate costume contest, Boo Choo train ride, witch’s lair, and trick-or-treating at more than 25 treat stations each night.

Mom's Day idea!!

 Mothers Day Eco Tour Island Boat Lines

All Day Event  May 13, 2012

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Mom's ride free on Mothers Day on Island Boat Lines. Mothers must be accompanied by a full paying adult passenger to get their free boarding pass. Adult boarding pass rate is $28.per person This offer is limited availability so reservations are required by calling (321) 454-7414 Monday - Friday during office hours. Island Boat Lines offers daily Dolphin and Manatee tours through the Cocoa Beach Thousand Islands and departs from the Sunset Waterfront Cafe in Cocoa Beach at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. daily. Two o'clock only on Sunday's. Boarding pass fees are $28 for adults, $26 for seniors and $23 for children. www.IslandBoatLines.com

Easter week-end happenings

For the extremely young and young-at-heart - Easter Egg Hunts at:
Kiwanis Island Park
West Melbourne Library
Crane Community Center
and probably more! Details right here.

And for the beach babies, there is the Ron Jon's Surf Contest!! Not only can one study and appreciate fine surfing form but there is also the chance to learn to surf or skim board. With the demonstrations, live music, food and even an Easter Egg Hunt for the kids - what more could you ask for on Easter week-end? A Sunday morning sunrise service? You got it!! Details:here.

Easter for brew-lovers!

WOB's Easter Egg-stravaganza!

The Easter "Beer" Bunny is stopping by Saturday night and selecting 100 different beers for you to find. This Sunday, April 8th, when you are finished with your Easter brunch come by WOB, to start your bottle beer hunt. To begin your hunt, purchase a bottle beer and check the back for an egg sticker. If it is one of the 100 select "Easter" beers, you can pick from the Beer Basket and win a prize. Prizes range from stickers to gift cards. But if you find the "Golden" beer, you will win an extra special prize. We will be open our normal hours that day, 12 pm to 2 am. Quenching your thirst has never been so rewarding. Happy Easter!

Have to share!

A tree in Germany has been decorated by thousands of painted Easter eggs by a father and daughter. The untranslated video is in German, but you can see the tree covered with eggs. Many of the eggs have artwork that looks very detailed. Take a look! There were 9,800 eggs as of last year!

What a great family tradition and father-daughter project! Who says you can't have that in Florida?!!

Happy New Year!!

New Year's Eve at Pelican Beach there will be a bonfire and chance to meet some new folks as the Brevard Outdoor Adventures members assemble. Bring your own chair and snack/beverage and meet this wonderful group. You'll want to join - starts at 7 p.m. No need to hang out in a bar when you can sit by the fire on the beach - does it get any better than that? Happy New Year!!

Last minute holiday shopping

Please keep this photo in mind as you grumble about having to stand in line or fight crowds. It's not about the material things - or it's not supposed to be...Merry, Peaceful, Meaningful, Memorable Christmas everyone.

Verbenia!!

Don't forget Verbenia Street in Satellite Beach when you set out to satisfy your craving for holiday light displays. The entire street looks like this and that doesn't include the sidewalks and arches across the road. Tomorrow night Santa will be receiving visitors but better go early! It is always a huge crowd-pleaser! For more information, read on...

Family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration

Cocoa's Family New Year's Event

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Dec 31, 2011

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Bring in the New Year with this family friendly event in Riverfront Park from 5-9pm. The only event in Brevard County where kids can experience the children's countdown with a balloon drop, see entertainment on 3 different stages and participate in a variety of art activities. There is a variety of entertainment and activities for the whole family to enjoy. For more information, please contact Leisure Services at (321) 639-3500.

New Year's Week-end

Trop Stock New Years Eve In Cocoa Village & Merritt Island - For the whole week-end! Friday, December 30, 2011, Saturday, December 31 & Sunday, January 1, 2012. A whole week-end of fun, music and entertainment! Details at: http://www.TropStock.com Includes Friday Pirate Party, Saturday Live Bands, Sunday BBQ, & MUCH MORE! This event sold out in just three weeks last year!

They have tickets and will happily meet you or mail them or take credit card info over the phone! Contact Gary@MadHatterPromotions.com
MadHatterGary@yahoo.com
321-543-1346

When shopping this year...

"The average American will spend $700 on holiday gifts and goodies this year, totaling more than $465 billion... If that money was spent entirely on US made products it would create 4.6 million jobs... If each of us spent just $64 on American made goods during our holiday shopping, the result would be 200,000 new jobs."