October 3, 2017 Vol.19

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City of Melbourne, 23
The Haven for Children, 23
Children's Home Society
of Florida, 25
Climatic Refrigeration & A/C, 26
Melbourne Art Festival, Inc., 26
Buena Vida Estates, 27
Kasica, Thomas J., CPA, 27
Rialto Place Office Tower, 27
Marketing World Specialties, 28
Birthright of Melbourne, 29
Holeman Group, LLC, 30
Williams Roofing, 30
Address N' Mail, 31
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
(Beachside), 31
Brown & Brown Insurance, 32
Manpower Staffing Services, 33
Slug-A-Bug 35 PNC Bank, 36
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
(685 S. Babcock Street), 48

 

October Better Business of the Month

Congratulations to ITG Realty, named October's Better Business of the Month by the Chamber's BBC. 

Become a Litter Quitter

Does your business strive for sustainability? You might be eligible for free marketing, product discounts, and more through Keep Brevard Beautiful's Litter Quitter Program. Check it out
 

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Ribbon Cuttings

10/12 - Ribbon Cutting: EverythingBrevard.com
Thursday  |  5:30PM-7:30PM   | Actual Cut time: 6:15PM 
Location: Rockledge Gardens, 2153 US 1, Rockledge

10/17 - Florida Eye Associates 50 Year Anniversary

Tuesday  |  5:00PM-6:00PM    
Location: 502 E. New Haven Ave., Melbourne

10/19 - Grand Opening of Laguna Village

Thursday  |  3:00PM-5:30PM   | Actual Cut time: 4:00PM 
Location: Laguna Village, 161 Eber Blvd., Melbourne

10/24 - Grand Opening Event for OnQFinancial

Tuesday  |  5:00PM-7:00PM  
Location: 930 S. Harbor City Blvd., Ste. 302, Melbourne

 

Other Member Events

BREVARD DISASTER CENTER now open MORE

OCT 4-27  | VNA Space Coast no-cost health screenings   MORE

OCT 5  | Florida Tech, Siemens announce major tech grant   MORE


OCT 7  | Melbourne Farmer's Market moves to Riverside Park   MORE

OCT 12  | School Board Chair Tina Descovich Town Hall Meeting   MORE

OCT 13-14  | Business Voice Political Committee Candidate Training Program   MORE

OCT 14  | 3rd Annual Car/Bike Show - National Federation of the Blind, Florida   MORE


OCT 24  | Peter Indorf's "The Legend & Lore of Gems" series  MORE

OCT 25  | Hospice of St. Francis Legends  MORE

OCT 28 
 | Melbourne Fire Department Trick or Treat   MORE

OCT 28 
 | Melbourne Police Department Trunk or Treat   MORE

 

Melbourne Fire Department Dedicates New Fire Engine With Traditional “Push In” Ceremony


On Friday, September 22, the Melbourne Fire Department held a “Push In” ceremony to officially dedicate its newest fire engine for service.
 
The new Sutphen Fire Engine placed into service today will be used to fight fires and provide life support in emergency situations.
 
It’s the latest public safety vehicle purchased under a Melbourne City Council-approved plan that dedicates a portion of tax revenues each year to replace fire rescue apparatus and police vehicles. It will be positioned at Fire Station 75 on University Boulevard near Babcock Street
.
 

Brevard Zoo extends discounted admission promotion

To compensate for discounted admission days lost to Hurricane Irma earlier this month, Brevard Zoo is extending its September Discount Days promotion with $5 general admission for Florida residents on Tuesdays through the end of October.

This promotion may not be combined with any other discounts. All adults must present a state-issued photo identification card or utility bill with address to redeem this offer.

EGAD announces launch of the Anti-Gravity Project

The Eau Gallie Arts District Main Street hosted a press event on Thursday, September 21 in the “Sharking lot” in front of the Shark mural to announce their newest arts initiative. The Anti-Gravity Project (AGP), scheduled to occur from November 24 -  Dec 3, 2017, will feature multiple mural installations, live art demonstrations, live music, gallery exhibitions, illustration battles, interactive games and pop-up shops and local fun.  AGP will unite community volunteers, local, national and international, art rock stars to create nearly a dozen murals over a 10-day extravaganza.  The Anti-Gravity Project will elevate EGAD as an epicenter of artistic innovation on the Space Coast. 

EGAD established their Outdoor Museum Program when it installed its first murals in 2011. Additional murals were added later by a mix of local artists plus international super star muralists.  Even those unfamiliar with Eau Gallie are familiar with the shark mural by globally-recognized artist Shark Toof titled, Nature’s Ghost.  By including nationally and internationally-recognized artists, we ensure this event will draw national and even global attention in art press and social media.

The event website is www.anti-gravityproject.com.  Sponsorships are available and donations are accepted on the website.  

Heart Rhythm Associates Welcomes New Electrophysiologist to Wuesthoff Family of Physicians

Love of science, people drew Sujata Balulad, MD, to her chosen field

Wuesthoff Health System welcomes Sujata Balulad, MD, to its family of physicians at Heart Rhythm Associates. Dr. Balulad is a clinical cardiac electrophysiologist.

Board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and clinical cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Balulad performed her residency at Albany Medical Center Hospital in Albany, NY.

The love of science was one factor that prompted Dr. Balulad to pursue her career in medicine – she was torn in the beginning between medicine and engineering. “I really am glad I chose the path to become a physician,” she said. “I enjoy interacting with others and being a physician provides me an opportunity to connect with people over the long term and help improve their lives. That’s very satisfying, and I’m so glad I chose this path.”
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Put your best (or scariest) face forward this Halloween

Make this HALLOWEEN the best one ever by having Amanda Miller, expert Make Up artist, complete your Halloween look. Whether you want to go with a zombie look or glam it up, Amanda will transform your look so you can be the 'hit' of the party!

Amanda, owner of Shear Artisans Salon and Art Gallery, is a licensed cosmetologist with nearly 30 years' experience. She has an extensive resume working in high end salons and day spas, providing hair and make-up for multiple MTV Music Videos, worked on the frontlines of the blockbuster hit “Titanic” from 20th Century Fox, as well as provided hair and make-up for multiple Miss Teen USA, Miss South Carolina, and various other pageant contestants - many of whom finished on the podium.

Prices begin at $25 and increase depending upon the complexity of what you would like done. You will need to book your appointment with Amanda Miller, a consultation in person or over the phone is required prior to booking the appointment, (321) 729-8989.

Halloween Makeup Dates: Oct. 26th & 27th, 10am-6pm | Oct. 28th, 10am-4pm | Oct. 31st, 10am-5pm at the Shear Artisans Salon in The Shoppes of West Melbourne, 1533 W. New Haven, W. Melbourne, FL 32904

Seniors Helping Seniors® proudly recognizes Jennifer Helin for Certified Dementia Practioner Certification

Seniors Helping Seniors®, a leader in senior in-home care services, is excited to announce that one of its owners, Jennifer Helin has earned her certification as a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP). 
 
The Certified Dementia Practitioner certification is the earned credential which recognizes that the highest standard in Alzheimer’s and Dementia education has been achieved. Key aspects of this training include communication techniques, disruptive behaviors intervention, tools for addressing wandering, aggressive behaviors, poor nutrition and sexuality. 
 
“It is important to understand what is happening during all the stages of dementia and to stay current with research and development.  This knowledge helps us to better assist our clients in maintaining as much independence as safely possible with the dignity and respect they deserve,” says Jennifer Helin.
 
Seniors Helping Seniors was founded in 1998 with two simple ideas; seniors can help each other age more happily and gracefully, and, seniors who give and those who receive benefit equally.  Co-owners Jennifer Helin and Rosemary Barton brought Seniors Helping Seniors to Brevard County in 2012 after seeing the need in their own families.  They now provide services throughout the county, from Barefoot Bay to Titusville, and keep over 90 area seniors busy helping others.

 

Naval Ordnance Test Unit Holds Change of Command Ceremony

Naval Ordnance Test Unit (NOTU) held a change of command ceremony at Port Canaveral’s Cruise Terminal 5, Port Canaveral, Fla., Sept. 29.

During the ceremony, CAPT Jason D. Wartell relieved CAPT John A. Sager as NOTU's commanding officer. Both men are originally from Florida. The time-honored ceremony marked an end to Sager’s leadership of the command he headed since April 2014.

NOTU’s primary mission is test and evaluation support for the United States Navy's Trident II D5 missile system as well as the Fleet Ballistic Missile program of the United Kingdom through the Polaris Sales Agreement. In addition, NOTU operates the Navy port at Port Canaveral – the second busiest Navy port in the Navy’s Southeast Region - supporting submarines and surface ships of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet as well as foreign navies and assets of the Military Sealift Command.
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