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Vero Beach, Fl - Ed. 09.5.2019
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Well FLASHERS...I'm not sure what I am feeling this Thursday. We certainly dodged Dorian...For that I am quite grateful as I know you are as well. On the other hand I am numb from the devastation left in its wake and cannot imagine what our Bahamian neighbors had to endure! My prayer is that relief will be plentiful,
efficient and quicker than it has ever before been delivered!
Life can change on a dime, FLASHERS! What we know is that we are all really and truly on the same team and need to be there for one another in difficult times. I believe that is our chief and most honorable 'life mission' and what we are able and capable of doing...we should do...and do quickly!
We should also be reminded this week of the importance of our relationships with others. Reach out to family and friends that you may be in a stand-off with. Standing on opposite sides and holding your position makes no one a winner. How much more enjoyable our days can be without the stress and strife of an upended relationship hanging over us! Do yourself a favor and be bold and courageous enough to mend those bonds. There is no doubt you will end up the one on top.
This week's issue is truncated in light of what we have all been through this past week. The FLASH family also received some devastating news yesterday and it has required our attention. We hope to be back with a full issue next Thursday. Remember to count your blessings, be kind and help others!
Valerie Watkins
Publisher
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Charity Watch announces a list of highly efficient and accountable charities involved in efforts to provide emergency relief and humanitarian assistance to Hurricane Dorian victims.
After striking the Bahamas as a Category 5 storm on Sunday, September 1st. Hurricane Dorian tied the record for the strongest Atlantic storm ever to hit land, matching a hurricane that struck the Florida Gulf Coast on Labor Day in 1935. If you are wanting to help with the relief effort, Charity Watch ranks non profits according to how much of your donation actually ends up in the hands of those you believe you are helping. Take a look at the list and feel free to make a donation to one or more of the high ranking relief efforts.
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OUR LOCAL ROTARY CLUBS DELIVER AID TO THE BAHAMAS
For those of you who want to HELP, you can bring your donations to the back dock of Walking Tree through Saturday (could be extended). See list below from Grand Bahama island Rotary - district 6990. All donations will be shipped in shipping containers any day now. Arrangements are being made to have the items at Walking Tree taken to Missionary Flights International in Ft. Pierce. They will be flying with donations as soon as they get the all-clear to land.
HURRICANE DORIAN RELIEF ITEMS
Monetary Donations are encouraged. Make checks payable to The Upper Keys Rotary Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization. 100% of the donations will be used to purchase relief items in bulk.
Other Donations:
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Rubber Gloves
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Latex Gloves
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Work Gloves
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Clorox
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Clorox wipes
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Face Masks
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Flash lights
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Shovels
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Tarps - all sizes Shovels
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Mops
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Brooms
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Buckets
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Cleaning Supplies
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Large Garbage Bags
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Clean Rags
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Feminine Hygiene Products
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Adult Diapers
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Toothbrush/paste kits
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Paper Towels
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Toilet Paper
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Shampoo
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Detergent
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Sunscreen
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Diapers
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Baby Wipes
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Formula /Baby Food
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Propane Tanks
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Grills
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Sterno Camp Stoves
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Matches
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Lighters
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Candles
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Chain Saw
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Coolers
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Lanterns
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Hammers - roof Paper
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Roofing Nails
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Roof - Tin Tabs
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Cots Seets
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Pillow Cases
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Blakets
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Towels
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Generators
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Portable Cell Phone Charger
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Canned Food
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Canned food is a great donation! Such as: canned tuna, spam, ham, sardines, chicken, pasta and pasta sauce, soups, rice, grits, flour, sugar, dry cereal, oats, canned fruit & vegetables, seasoning, beans, peanut butter, jelly, mashed potatoes, instant rice, teabags, crackers, granola, ramen noodles, juices, paper plates, cups, plastic utensils, et food
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A GOOD TIME FOR DISNEY'S EPCOT!
It's a good month to visit Disney because it is the least populated month and it should be cooler than it is in Summer. This month Florida is filled with fall-themed festivals and special events at the popular theme parks.
Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is at Disney's Epcot Center. It's a
celebration of the world's greatest foods and cuisines combined with continuous entertainment, seminars, and
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food demos that run now through November 23rd. Meet celebrity chefs and noteworthy Disney culinary superstars and enjoy their creative cuisine.
Click Here for more info. It's a bit pricey, but looks like fun! You can also call 407-939-2743 for prices and reservations.
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F
lametree Clay Gallery presents
"Indian River Clay Studio"
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First Friday Gallery Stroll
September 6th
5-8pm
Downtown Galleries
This month's Gallery Stroll is opening night for the "Indian River Clay Studio" artists Exhibit. Stop by Flametree between 5-8pm and meet some of the artists. You will find both instructors and student works. Exhibiting artists include: John Aruffo, Bill Bennett, Jim Cohoe, Mary Goetz, Judi Nickelson and Katie Santormartino; Jewelry artist Myrna Renkert; Resident artists include: Rae Marie Crisel, Keko Ekonomou, Heidi Hill, Coco Martin, Kim Mayo, Judy Nye, Maria Sparsis & Peggy Thomas.
"Indian River Clay is a clay studio of full and part-time members founded in 2018 to promote the learning and development of pottery skills. We believe that every person is an artist and that clay is a perfect medium through which to explore one's talents. Visit www.indianriverclay.org for more information and class schedule.
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FISH CALENDAR & TIDE CHART
The darker the fish...The better the fishing!
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YOUTH GUIDANCE RECEIVES DONATED SCHOOL SUPPLIES
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The Young Democrats of Indian River County held a successful Bingo fundraiser at Kilted Mermaid and collected school supplies for students who participate in the Youth Guidance Mentoring Academy program. As you can see they collected quite a nice assortment of supplies that will help the children start the school year confident and positive that they have what it takes to be successful!
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