December 2011

Cocoa Beach
Community Calendar 

Cocoa Beach
Library Calendar (321) 868-1104

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Art Journaling with Joan Throm,  Tuesdays, December 1st and 8th at 10:00 AM in the Jane von Thron Room. Art journeying is a technique tapping into your inner child to express emotions. The technique consists of a non-dominant hand scribble, followed by using the dominant hand to color in areas, utilize simple designs and/or words to express one’s inner self. A fun process, and easy way to record response to day to day challenges and joy as well. This technique enables restoration of inner tranquility. The instructor is a doctoral student in pastoral counseling and a spiritual director. Cost is $5.00 to cover supplies. Please register at the sign up table for either session.
 

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5Th Amateur Annual Singer/Songwriter Contest, Saturday December 3rd 1:00 - 3:00 PM.  The library considers an amateur a non-professional musician who does not perform for a fee.  Professional singer/songwriters will judge the contest.  There will also be a people's choice ballot.  Facilitator of the event is Singer Songwriter Amy Lucey.

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Kick off the Holiday Season with the Freedom 7 Chorus on Wednesday, December 7th at 6PM.  Join the Friends of the Library for refreshments following the performance.

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BIC - Cocoa Beach Christmas Parade starts at 2pm. Theme: Christmas - Remember Our Military for information call 783-2228

Cocoa Beach Christmas Boat Parade. More info contact wblaser@harris.com - Flyer

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Music on a Sunday Afternoon presents a Seasonal Concert with Classical Guitarist Shawn Foster, Sunday, December 11th at 2:00 PM.  Touted as a foremost American Flamenco guitarist, Shawn studied with a protege of Carlos Montoya, and has entertained worldwide. Also known as the "Fishin' Musician", Shawn will showcase his musical skills with flamenco, classical and jazz guitar and some seasonal tunes. Copies of his  CD, "Roar of Whispers", will be on sale for $10.00, as will "Just Guitar, No Strings Attached" & "Then & Now”.
 

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The Night Before Christmas: A Humorous Reading, Tuesday December 13th at 6:30 PM.  Join us for the performance by some of our local children.  Refreshments will be served following the performance.  Please call the Youth Department at 868-1104 to reserve your seats.

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Health and Fitness with John Pierre, Saturday, December 17th at 2:00 PM. For the last 15 years, John Pierre, nutrition and fitness consultant, has been lecturing throughout the United States about the powers of a plant-based diet. His current project is nutrition and fitness consultant to Ellen Degeneres.   John has been a presenter at the following conferences: NAVS (North American Vegetarian Society), Natural Hygiene, FARM, AVS (American Vegan Society) and the Raw Foods Sports Camp.   For the past two decades, John has also served as a dedicated advocate for women, animals and the environment. He incorporates the importance of living a loving and compassionate lifestyle into all the work that he does. Healthy snacks will be served. Sponsored by Healthy Planet of Brevard.

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Ongoing:
Overeaters Anonymous meets every Monday at 11:00 AM in the Jane von Thron Room. For further information, contact Pat Gralla at 868-7098.
 
Writers Workshops – Tuesdays at 10:00 AM in the Captain’s Room. Call Mary Burruss at 783-6997 for more information.
 
Playreaders Group meets, every third Tuesday at 2:00 PM in the Captain’s Room. Everyone who attends has a script and is encouraged to participate.  Contact Jean Whitfield for details at 784-1105.
 
Two Book Discussion Groups meet in the Captains Room; the first group meets every 2nd Tuesday at 1:00 PM. Their selection for December  will review Lottery, by Patricia Wood. . The 2nd group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am.  December’s selection will be Emma, by Jane Austin.
 
The Watercolor Group- Thursdays, from 1:00-4:00 PM in the Captain’s Room. This social, non-instructive painting group is open to anyone with an interest in watercolors. Bring your materials and paint will fellow artists. For further information, contact Marion Fodera 783-1852 or Charlotte Elrod 636-0417.
 
Master Gardening Clinic – Fridays 10:00 AM –1:00 PM in the Captain’s Room. (On the 4th Friday of the month, they will meet in the Jane von Thron Room.) Contact Marion Anderson for details -784-1874.