Cocoa Beach, FL May 2018

Cocoa Beach MAY 2018

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Make the world go away without leaving your backyard Cross the threshold and step into a tranquil, idyllic environment worlds apart from the ordinary. Our guests enjoy the finest in oceanfront comfort in a European-styled hotel with individually decorated rooms and large oceanfront balconies. Enjoy a fresh-baked breakfast every morning, and wine and cheese social every evening.

Amenities abound for your enjoyment! The Inn has a fully-equipped exercise room, sun-splashed pool, massage room, expansive oceanfront views, area attractions and recreation, providing off-site diversions virtually right at your doorstep, just minutes away from shopping, fine and casual dining, entertainment and night life.

4300 Ocean Beach Blvd, Cocoa Beach, Florida 32931 321.799.3460 | TheInnAtCocoaBeach.com For Reservations: 800.343.5307 | Reservations@TheInnAtCocoaBeach.com

LIFESTYLE LETTER

MAY 2018 PUBLISHER

Mandy York | Mandy.York@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

Nicolette Martin | Nicolette.Martin@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Nicolette Martin, Rebecca West CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Here's to Strong Women

Darin Black, Nicolette Martin

THOUGH MAY IS TRADITIONALLY A TIME TO CELEBRATE MOTHERS, AT COCOA BEACH LIFESTYLE, WE WANT TO TAKE THIS CHANCE TO RECOGNIZE ALL OF THE STRONG LADIES IN OUR COMMUNITY. From activists, entrepreneurs and CEOs to artists, teachers and, yes, mothers, these women are changing our community’s landscape and influencing its future. In this month's feature article, you’ll meet some of ​them and learn about the impact they have. ​You may even catch a few of them around town!​ Since May is also the start of spring, you’ll also find the perfect place to take a girl’s getaway to make the most out of the warmer weather​. Round up the women who make life fun and hit the road. Our guide will help you plan the perfect trip and make sure you have fun—and plenty of things to do—while you're away. ​Even better, you can register for a chance to win our Girlfriend’s Getaway Weekend including luxury accommodations, a spa day, dinner and shopping.

So, when we’re celebrating the mothers in our lives, we’ll also raise a glass to all of the

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ON THE COVER Cocoa Beach’s female movers and shakers at The Hideaway at La Bella Spa: Ellen Rubino, Alyssa Boyd, Corine Connors, Beth Javens, Jennifer Sugarman and Kate Vinson.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2018

FEATURES 12 A Girlfriend Staycation Weekend Get the Girls Together for Some Fun in Downtown Cocoa Beach

16 Luxury Nail Bar — InVogue Spa & Salon A Sanctuary for the Senses

20 Cocoa Beach’s Female Movers & Shakers Meet Six Women Who are Having a Positive Impact on Our Community

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34 Mom & Me Ava, Emma & Abby Connors with Mom Corine Share Their Favorite Things

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Road Trip

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Open House

26 Financial Buzz 28 DIY 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

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Fifth Annual Pink Ribbon Golf Classic Sponsored by several area organizations including title sponsor Connors Wealth Management and major sponsor 321Cabinets.com, the Pink Ribbon Golf Classic raises money for several local cancer organizations. The event was hosted by Duran Golf Club in partnership with The EWGA, Brevard/Space Coast FL Chapter.

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PORT CANAVERAL OPENS EXPANDED PARKING LOT FOR THE COVE With a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, Port Canaveral officially opened the highly anticipated expanded parking lot at the Cove on the Port’s south side. The approximate 160,000-square-foot newly paved lot, located between Glen Cheek Drive and Mullet Road, boasts an additional 337 parking spaces, an approximate 150 percent increase from the original 225 parking spots. Construction began in August 2017 and was completed in February 2018, more than two months ahead of schedule at a total cost of $1.22 million.

The parking lot features eight additional accessible parking spaces with two ramps for easy access to the street. The entire lot is outfitted with high-tech security lighting and cameras. Outdoor lighting at Port Canaveral features energy efficient “turtle-friendly lighting,” designed to protect sea turtles from the adverse effects of artificial lights.

Port Canaveral CEO Captain John Murray and CPA Chairman Wayne Justice led the ribbon-cutting ceremony joined by Commissioner Micah Loyd, Cove Merchant Association President Rhett Fischer, Rush Construction officials and Port staff.

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APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR 2018 COCOA BEACH ART SHOW Applications are being accepted now until midnight July 31 for the 2018 Cocoa Beach Art Show. Applications must include a $40 application fee for each category entered, plus three digital images of work to be displayed, along with a picture of booth as it will appear at the show.

An entry fee of $275 is due after acceptance to the show.

Categories for the show are Ceramics/Clay, Digital Art, Textiles/Leather, Glass, Jewelry and Metalwork, Two-Dimensional Mixed Media, ThreeDimensional Mixed Media, Painting-Oil and Acrylic,

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and 25. The two-day event is free and open to the public. Up to $20,000 in prize money will be awarded.

The 50+ year tradition begins Thanksgiving morning with a Turkey Trot, a 5K run/walk through Cocoa Beach residential neighborhoods.

To apply and for more information, visit CocoaBeachArtShow.com.

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ROAD TRIP

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A GIRLFRIEND STAYCATION + WEEKEND +

GET THE GIRLS TOGETHER FOR SOME FUN IN DOWNTOWN COCOA BEACH ARTICLE REBECCA WEST PHOTOGRAPHY DARIN BACK CONTINUED >

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ROAD TRIP

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THERE'S NOTHING LIKE A GIRLS TRIP TO LIFT YOUR SPIRITS. That's why sometimes a girlfriend getaway is in order. It's the perfect opportunity for recharging body and mind.

Cocoa Beach has everything you need for bonding with your bestie, from luxury accommodations and one-of-a-kind shopping to amazing dining, drinking and entertainment establishments.

You'll discover all of those things and more in downtown Cocoa Beach. You'll also find endless activities to engage in, from the relaxing to the invigorating, such as getting your Zen on at Infinity Yoga or renting bicycles at Mike's and pedaling about town.

There are also top-notch area attractions and recreational opportunities to investigate. Hit the links or visit KSC, try group surfing lessons with School of Surf or bioluminescence kayak tours with Fin Expeditions.

Wish you could get away with your BFF for the weekend You can! See details on Page 35 to register now for a chance to win a weekend getaway for two that includes a two-night stay at the Inn at Cocoa Beach, luxury spa day at La Bella Spa, dinner at Fat Kahuna’s, and shopping at Ginger, Grapefruit & Rosemary.

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The Inn at Cocoa Beach 4300 Ocean Beach Blvd., Cocoa Beach, FL 32931 | 321.799.3460 | TheInnAtCocoaBeach.com

Enjoy the finest in comfort at a European-style hotel featuring beautifully decorated rooms, large oceanfront balconies, fresh-baked breakfasts, and wine and cheese socials, all just minutes away from countless area attractions, recreational activities, shopping, dining, nightlife and entertainment opportunities.

+ EAT Fat Kahuna’s

8 Minutemen Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931 | 321.783.6858 | FatKahunas.com After indulging your senses, indulge your taste buds in a fine dining, yet casual atmosphere that features Hawaiian-inspired seafood dishes, along with fine steak, chicken and vegetarian options. Fat Kahuna's has received 4.5 stars on both TripAdvisor and Yelp.

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+ LET GO & UNWIND La Bella Spa

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Shop at unique boutiques like Ginger, Grapefruit & Rosemary for clothes, jewelry and accessories, or Oceansports World for all your beach needs, including rentals. Next, recharge at the Tiny Turtle or Surfinista Cafe. For great food and wine, try Flavour Kitchen & Wine Bar.

Tiny Turtle

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NAIL BAR

LUXURY

OPEN HOUSE

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— INVOGUE SPA & SALON A SANCTUARY FOR THE SENSES ARTICLE REBECCA WEST PHOTOGRAPHY DARIN BACK

Owners Jayden & Trina Cofer

SO, YOU’VE GOT A BIG EVENT COMING UP, OR MAYBE YOU’RE JUST LOOKING FOR A BIT OF PAMPERING. InVogue Salon & Spa in Cocoa Beach offers clients a number of luxurious services and treatments in a relaxing atmosphere that strives to provide guests with a “sanctuary for the senses.”

Open since June 2017, it’s become the place for all the latest in acrylic nail designs, making it a popular hub for busy women looking for onestop beauty services.

In addition to nails, they perform facial and body treatments, waxing, lash extensions, henna tattoos and temporary makeup.

The spacious interior is bright and airy with a cool, contemporary feel perfect for unwinding while getting one of their over-the-top VIP pedis for utter indulgence.

What makes InVogue stand out? According to owners Jayden and Trina Cofer, it’s the superior customer service delivered by their friendly staff and their high sanitary standards, which includes the use of an autoclave for heat sterilization.

Other notable standouts featured are non-MMA (Methyl Methacrylate) nail products and an industrial ventilation system for removing chemical odors, both of which make for a safer and more pleasant nail bar experience.

InVogue Salon & Spa, 5240 N. Atlantic Ave., Suite 110, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931 321.613.5972 InVogueSalonAndSpa.MySalonOnline.com

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OPEN HOUSE

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“OUR MISSION AT INVOGUE IS TO CREATE A DELIGHTFUL RETREAT FROM THE PRESSING WORRIES OF THE MODERN WORLD.”

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A SANCTUARY FOR THE SENSES! NAILS, EYELASH EXTENSIONS, FACIALS, WAXING, VIP SERVICES 5420 N. Atlantic Avenue Cocoa Beach, Florida 32931 Located directly across from Our Savior Church

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COCOA BEACH’S FEMALE

Movers + Shakers

MEET SIX WOMEN WHO ARE HAVING A POSITIVE IMPACT ON OUR COMMUNITY

ARTICLE REBECCA WEST PHOTOGRAPHY DARIN BACK

t h e r e a l t o r Ellen Rubino Her love of real estate all started with her dad, but after the Florida native finished school, she got into human resources before quickly starting a staffing firm. Real estate was in her blood, however, and it didn’t take long before she decided to pursue it. Now, after almost 20 years in the business as the owner/broker of Re/Max Aerospace Realty, she feels it’s what she should’ve done all along.

PASSIONS: Food/wine, travel, waterfront real estate, dogs Coco and Thor COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Board member of the nonprofit group Cocoa Beach Main Street USA; Make a Wish Foundation, Give Kids the World

Ellen, Thor and the camera-shy Coco 20

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Formerly from Bradenton, Florida, this small-business owner and entrepreneur originally went to school for apparel design and was a buyer for a boutique in Portland, Oregon. Kate

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Kate Vinson

Kate at Ginger, Grapefruit & Rosemary

then tested the waters with pop-up ness three years ago. Now

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downtown

Cocoa

Beach location, Ginger, Grapefruit & Rosemary is a boho boutique filled with unique items inspired by her travels, including the recent addition of a fine assortment of wines.

PASSIONS: Cooking, family, design

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shops before opening her own busi-

and travel COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Focuses on kids for fundraisers and donations to local schools, such as Our Savior Catholic School CONTINUED >

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Corine Connors Hailing from Texas, Corine Connors has lived in Cocoa Beach for 12 years now, which is where she met her husband, Justin. She is the director of community relations for Justin's company, Connors Wealth Management, where she manages the company’s local philanthropy and community involvement, as well as assisting clients with their real estate needs. Between work and raising their three young daughters, she’s always on the go.

PASSIONS: Raising strong women, athletic sports, cooking and reading COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: School volunteer and sponsor for the Cocoa Beach Art Show, the Half-Mile Marathon and the Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament at Duran Corine and her daughters 22

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t h e p r e s i d e n t & c e o

Jennifer Sugarman Armed with a background that includes marketing, public relations and communications, Jennifer Sugarman left Atlanta in 2010 and headed to Florida, where she was the manager of the Florida Space Coast EDC before eventually becoming head of the Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce.

When she’s not busy moving and shaking in the business world, she spends all of her time with her adorable 14-month-old son, Emmett.

PASSIONS: Being a new mom and encouraging young people to excel, both personally and professionally, in life COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Board member of the United Way of Brevard; Cocoa Beach Regional Professionals Group, community service CONTINUED >

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Alyssa and her daughter, Jazzy.

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Alyssa Boyd Owner of a small seaside real estate brokerage firm since 2001, Alyssa Boyd has a little cottage in downtown Cocoa Beach that serves as headquarters for Sand Dollar Realty. She and her contractor father have teamed up to produce and market several new condos in the area, including the upcoming Flores de la Costa project currently under construction.

A team player, when this Florida native isn’t busy working, she and her husband, Lee, are busy raising their blended family of three kids.

PASSIONS: Family, tennis and dogs COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Supports and donates to the American Cancer Society and the Women's Center 24

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Beth Javens Currently the executive director of Downtown Cocoa Beach Main Street, this former tourism professional, part-time fitness pro and recreational golfer is tasked with keeping Cocoa Beach’s Main Street thriving. A lover of sunshine, she and her beloved dog, Rocket, relocated from California a little over a year ago to spend more time with her mom.

PASSIONS: Runs on the beach, links golf courses, the Monterey Peninsula and insists there’s a puppy waiting to rescue her!

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Volunteer for

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learning

through Junior Achievement USA and AmeriCorps VISTA/Corporation for National and Community Service

t h e e x e c u t i v e d i r e c t o r Beth enjoying the Florida sunshine

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FINANCIAL BUZZ

SIX QUESTIONS TO HELP COUPLES GET ON THE SAME PAGE TALKING THROUGH SOME BIG DECISIONS WILL HELP YOU AND YOUR PARTNER GET ON THE SAME PAGE BEFORE RETIREMENT

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4. WHAT ACTIVITIES MOTIVATE YOU? Discuss what you and your spouse will enjoy doing together, and what you’ll do apart. Have you talked about splitting up the household chores?

If one spouse chooses to work longer, the other may need to

RECONCILING YOUR PERCEPTIONS, WANTS AND NEEDS FOR RETIREMENT— AND HOW YOU’LL PAY FOR THEM— IS ESSENTIAL TO ENJOYING THIS NEW STAGE OF YOUR LIFE.

take on more housework than before. Also, consider how much time you’ll spend with children and grandchildren. Spouses may have very different ideas about this—as may your adult children.

5. HOW DO YOU PLAN TO PAY FOR RETIREMENT? Naturally, you can dream up a pie-in-the-sky retirement if you don’t have to pay for it. You should calculate the sum total of income that your retirement sources will yield. If it’s not enough to meet your plans, or if any of the sources can’t be counted on for a reliable level of income, ask your financial adviser about ways you might reposition assets to meet your long-term goals. Couples may also be out of sync in their attitudes toward risk, which should also be addressed.

6. HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT EACH OTHER'S DYING WISHES? The how discussion should also include sharing your thoughts on end-of-life wishes. It’s important to accept the reality that declining health will be a factor in retirement. One of you is likely to wind up taking care of the other, and

IT’S COMMON FOR COUPLES TO HAVE VERY DIFFERENT

you should talk about each of your preferences for medical care

IDEAS ABOUT WHAT RETIREMENT WOULD BE LIKE, AND

and end-of-life issues long before you reach that point. Doing

THE COST OF PROVIDING THOSE DIFFERENT LIFESTYLES

so can help you better appreciate the time you have together.

MAY VARY SIGNIFICANTLY. For example, a career-oriented

FIVE THINGS TO CONSIDER:

husband may think he’d like to continue working in some capac-

+ Who you want to make health care decisions for you when you

ity, while his wife could be counting the days until the two of them

can’t make them. + The kind of medical treatment you want or don’t

can spend more time together. If these two don’t share their ideas

want. + How comfortable you want to be. + How you want people to

about the future, their visions could easily conflict.

treat you. + What you want your loved ones to know. Source: Ivy Funds

Reconciling your perceptions, wants and needs for retire-

Remember, both spouses should be involved in money man-

ment—and how you’ll pay for them—is essential to enjoying this

agement at this stage, even if only one has held this responsibility

new stage of your life. To help set the stage, schedule periodic

throughout the marriage. Not knowing what may happen in the

“pre-retirement dates” in which you share, dream and plan

future, it’s important that both of you understand your finances and

together. The conversation may seem awkward at first, so try to

what should happen if your spouse passes away before you do.

answer some of the following questions.

1. WHEN DO YOU WANT TO RETIRE? These days, retirement age can range anywhere from 55 to 85. For some, continuing to work may be a financial imperative, while others just want to stay active and mentally sharp.

2. WHERE DO YOU WANT TO LIVE? On the beach or a golf course? Near your children or near a major airport? Should you move to a community with peers your own age or to a college

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3. WHO DO YOU WANT TO SPEND TIME WITH? You retire, but your best friends stay on the job. Suddenly, you have little in common anymore. Consider whether spending more time with your spouse is something you both want or if you’ll want to broaden your social group.

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DIY

Lifestyle Hack

DIY Duotone Statement Earrings SHAKE UP YOUR JEWELRY BOX WITH THESE HANDMADE GEOMETRIC EARRINGS— PERFECT FOR YOURSELF OR AS A GIFT FOR YOUR BEST LADIES ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY NICOLETTE MARTIN CONTINUED >

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SUPPLIES + 2 half-circle stamping blanks + 2 large gold bars + 2 medium gold bars + 2 ear wires + Jump rings, assorted sizes + Embroidery thread + Metal punch + Bent nose forceps + Needle nose pliers

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DIRECTIONS 1. Make sure to have all of your materials

you’ll be creating holes with the metal punch

gathered before starting the project for

to connect each item with jump rings.

easy assembly.

4. Once you have your spots marked, care2. Take your half-circle stamping blanks, large

fully and precisely punch holes in your in-

gold bars and medium gold bars and arrange

dividual pieces. Once all of your holes are

them in the order you want your earrings to

punched, connect each piece with the de-

flow. You can see how we arranged ours, but

sired size of jump ring.

consider switching up the placement of each item for varying earring styles.

5. For an added touch, punch extra holes in the bottom piece and finish off with

3. Mark where each of the holes line up on

knotted embroidery thread for a bohemian

the individual pieces. These spots are where

tassel effect.

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PIECE BY PIECE Use both your bent nose forceps and needle nose pliers to secure each end of the jump ring. Gently twist the jump ring to open the gap, and place the jump ring through the holes in the pieces you are connecting. When securely through both pieces, gently twist the jump ring in the opposite direction to close the gap and secure the pieces.

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EVERY THURSDAY SATELLITE BEACH FARMERS MARKET Pelican Beach Park

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

Every Thursday. It offers produce, fresh bread, jams, handmade lotions and soaps, teas, honey, handcrafted jewelry,

wood artwork, tiki carvings and more. All items are handcrafted. For more information, please contact the Satellite Beach Recreation Department at 321.773.6458.

4 CAPE CANAVERAL FRIDAY FEST Taylor & Poinsetta Avenues, Cape Canaveral

Cape Canaveral's Friday Fest is held the first Friday of every month. The event features craft and retail vendors, food trucks, bounce houses, beer and wine for purchase, and live music from Russ Kellum Band! Free admission. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

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Great food & Exceptional Service

EVERY SUNDAY SPACE COAST FARMERS MARKET Larry Schultz Park, Rockledge

Every Sunday. Fresh from Florida local produce, honey, eggs, jams, breads, a variety of exceptional artists and craftspeople, foods and gifts. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

EVERY SATURDAY SPACE COAST FARMERS MARKET First United Methodist Church of Cocoa Beach

CRAFT BEERS | WINES | COCKTAILS | FINE SCOTCHES DAILY FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS | HOMEMADE FOOD EXOTIC BURGERS | SEAFOOD | SANDWICHES

www.CoastersPub.com

Every Saturday. Fresh from Florida produce, fantastic soaps and lotions, local honey, beautiful plants, rocks, minerals, crystals, fossils and meteorites, an assortment of lovely jewelry and so much more!

9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Facebook.com/SpaceCoastFarmersMarket

18 COCOA BEACH FRIDAY FEST Downtown Cocoa Beach near City Hall

Coasters Taphouse 5675 N. Atlantic Ave Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

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Coasters Pub & Biergarten 971A East Eau Gallie Blvd.

Melbourne, FL 32937

321-779-2739

Join Cocoa Beach's Friday Fest on the third Friday of every month! The whole family is invited to this family-oriented event that features live music, good vibes, food, a kids' zone and so much more! 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. MainStreetCocoaBeach.com

M AY BRAND NEW, COCOA BEACH OCEAN FRONT CONDOS AND TOWNHOMES. SCHEDULED FOR COMPLETION SUMMER 2018.

SAND DOLLAR REALT Y OF BREVARD IS YOUR EXPERIENCED RESOURCE FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION AND WATERFRONT PROPERT Y.

Flores de la Costa Condos & Townhomes 14 Unit Ocean Front Condominium & 3 Townhomes 6017 Turtle Beach Lane, Cocoa Beach FL

W W W.FLORESDEL ACOSTACONDOS .COM | ALYSSA BOYD, BROKER | 321.591.7585

SANDDOLLARREALT YBREVARD.COM

Mom & Me

LOCAL’S CHOICE

Corine Connors with daughters Ava, Emma and Abby

AVA, EMMA & ABBY CONNORS WITH MOM CORINE SHARE THEIR FAVORITE THINGS

ARTICLE REBECCA WEST PHOTOGRAPHY DARIN BACK

ABBY'S FAVORITE THING: AVA'S FAVORITE THING: Shearly the Lamb by Ty

Pete the Cat Books Amazon, $8.25-$12.59

Amazon, $82.95

Daughters’ List ”A LOT OF OUR MOM’S FAVORITE THINGS ARE OUR FAVORITE THINGS, LIKE COOKING, READING, GETTING PEDIS TOGETHER AND PLAYING SPORTS.” EMMA'S FAVORITE THING: Michael Roger Decomposition Books MichaelRoger.com, $4.50-$8

Mother’s List

Nespresso machine Target, $176.24

FAVORITE BOOK: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Barnes & Noble, $6.95-$22

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”WE LOVE SPENDING TIME BAKING AND COOKING TOGETHER. IT’S ONE OF OUR FAVORITE THINGS TO DO.”

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IN COCOA BE ACH

THE INN AT COCOA BEACH: Two-night stay at the oceanfront Inn at Cocoa Beach. Step into a tranquil, idyllic environment worlds apart from the ordinary. Enjoy the finest in oceanfront comfort in a European-styled hotel with individually decorated rooms, large oceanfront balconies, a fresh-baked breakfast and wine and cheese social. TheInnatCocoaBeach.com.

LA BELLA SPA: Escape to your spa oasis for two, as 21st Century spa treatments go back in time! You and your guest will experience the Thermarium Haven - A multi-sensory experience featuring herbal steam, starry sky, tropical rain and interactive mud therapy. You will feel relaxed and rejuvenated as your custom massage awaits during a side by side massage experience in the Duet Suite. Your world class spa experience also includes the Salt & Light Rejuvenation Experience - featuring organic salt inhalation therapy and color bath. Emerge feeling rejuvenated and relaxed La Bella Style! LaBellaSpa.com FAT KAHUNAS: Dining for two at Fat Kahuna's restaurant. Featuring signature seafood selections, fine steak, chicken, and vegetarian options in a fine dining but casual atmosphere in the heart of downtown Cocoa Beach. FatKahunas.com GINGER, GRAPEFRUIT & ROSEMARY: You and your guest will receive a $50 gift certificate to shop at this exquisite boutique in the heart of downtown Cocoa Beach. GG&R embodies a boho lifestyle and carries women’s and kids’ clothing, jewelry, accessories, home decor and even has a unique and affordable wine selection! GingerGrapefruitandRosemary.com

To register and for complete details, visit www.cocoabeachlifestylepubs.com.

Register between May 1 and 31, 2018. Winner will be selected by random draw and will be notified on June 4, 2018.

CallJJ.com 321.459.1995 705 N Courtney Pwky, Merritt Island, FL 32953 Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm, Saturday 10 am to 3 pm.

Let us Transform your home! Featuring a team of talented, experienced & knowledgeable designers. Top brands in flooring, cabinetry, countertops and hardware.

D E S I G N E R | Dawn Johns.

K I T C H E N | Norcraft Cabinets, Parker Door Style and Maple Wood with Charcoal stain. Hardware - Top Knobs in new Ash Gray.

Granite - White Kinawa Leather finish. Backsplash - Tumbled Marble in linear pattern with plates custom painted by Dawn Johns to blend with backsplash. Flooring - 8 x 36 Wood Forest Walnut Tile Wood. Crown Molding - Deco style with 5 1/4� Baseboard and Plantation Shutters give this home a fresh updated look.

F OY E R | Wood tile Urban District Mix Color Plaza 4 x 28 installed doing a border and herringbone pattern in center, step down edges finished off with the Schluter metal.

FA M I LY WA L L | Reclaimed wood from a barn that was over 100 years old from the Tennessee mountains.