THE STAFF OF AL WEEKS AND ASSOC. BELIEVE THAT A BUSINESS SHOULD CONTRIBUTE SOMETHING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY FROM WHERE IT MAKES ITS LIVELYHOOD. THIS NEWSLETTER IS OUR CONTRIBUTION TO KEEP OUR COMMUNITY INFORMED OF EVENTS AND ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST.

                                             VETERANS DAY IS NOVEMBER 11^th! 

Sometimes we need to be reminded that our ”freedom is not free”. If it were not for the sacrifice of many, you and I could not enjoy the personal freedoms we take for granted everyday. Unfortunately our young people are not being taught in the classroom to respect the flag of our country and the stories of those who serve to protect our country everyday far away from their homes and families. We as individuals can show our appreciation by flying our flag proudly on November 11^th and as you put up the flag take a moment to give a short prayer of thanks. 

                                         HAPPY THANKSGIVING 

We have so much to be thankful for in Ormond by the Sea. We live in a clean safe community and enjoy the friendship of our neighbors who help each other because they are truly concerned. We enjoy beautiful weather most of the time and we are surrounded by nature. Our air is fresh and clean and the salt water in the ocean is therapeutic. 

Often we take our lifestyle for granted. When was the last time you took a walk to the beach at the end of your street just to sit and enjoy the view. There are folks up north knee deep in snow who would be glad to trade places. If you are unable to walk, there is a parking lot to sit in your car, next to the ocean and across the street from Alfies Restaurant. Also, drive up to Highbridge Park where there is a parking lot right on the river. The yachts going south this time of year are beautiful.

What other AFFORDABLE coastal community has all these areas to enjoy nature! Didn’t you make a good decision to become an Ormond by the Sea resident? 

Businesses: Paradise Pool and Home Cleaning is available for seasonal, vacation and year round pool and home cleaning. Call Elle Ivey for a free estimate 235-7229 

Unforgettable Consignments has a new owner and a new look! Linda Perry, Owner and an interior decorator can help you decorate your home or office. Stop by her shop at 1462 Ocean Shore and take a look or give her a call at 441-5580. 

Avon Calling! Yes it is Marie Beebe and she has great ideas for Christmas gifts and personal products. Save time and money, give Marie a call at 441-7269 today! 

Art’s Carpet and Terrazzo cleaning makes floor coverings look like new. He is excellent at making the grout between tiles look fantastic! Take a look at his before and after pic’s .Call Art at 441-1324 anytime. 

Elite Overhead Doors has a reputation for excellent service on garage doors at a very fair price. Owner Amy Morris, has new doors available that will not rust! Call 673-1313. 

Did You Know? The best selling item at KNS Hardware is a toilet bowel flapper. They have 1,000’s of items in their store. Stop and see them before driving all the way across the bridge to the big box store.

Need items taken to the dump or you need to move items close by? Call Nick Nichols at 334-3074. Al Weeks and Associates Real Estate keep a list of service providers who do a good job, at a reasonable price and come when they say they will.

Look for “Recommended by Al Weeks and Assoc.” in the windows of their businesses and on their service trucks. Call 441-8805 anytime you do not know who to call for a referral. Just neighbors helping neighbors, that’s us! 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Ormond by the Sea AARP Chapter 1057 will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday, November 10th at 10am at the Ormond Beach Presbyterian Church on Amsden Rd. The program will be presented by the “Sunshine Tappers” a group of women who enjoy spreading a little sunshine through dance. Enjoy a light lunch after the meeting. Call 441-1380 for information. 

Alfies Restaurant has a Marine Corps  “Toys for Tots” collection box in the lobby. Manager, Mark Shannon’s nephew Marine Staff Sgt. Aaron M. Kenefick was killed in September in Afghanistan so the project is very special to him. Please bring a gift to help us fill the box. 

Dina’s 4^th Annual Ginger Bread House Festival is asking all residents and businesses to make and display a Ginger Bread House at Alfies Restaurant. The Ormond by the Sea Lions Club Charities will be given all the proceeds from the event. The event is free to enter. Please call Dina at 235-4894 for more information. All houses must be at Alfies by December 5^th. Need help? Dina and Greg will be of assistance. 

The Community Thrift Boutique 1464 Ocean Shore is having a food drive for Sunshine House, a shelter for abused and neglected children. The collect dates are Nov. 9^th and Nov. 20^th.  

 The next FREE Computer Class for Seniors will start on Saturday, November 7^th at 10:30am til noon for 3 Saturdays in a row at the Riverview United Methodist Church on John Anderson. Classes are limited to 8 and the oldest student is 93.  Pastor Ken Vickery teaches the classes and he has lots of patience. 

Riverview United Methodist Church invites all 6^th thru 12^th graders to come on Tuesday evenings 5:30 to 7 pm for supervised activities, a light meal and Christian Fellowship led by Pastor Ken Vickery. No reservations necessary and everyone is welcome. Call 441-1622 if you have a question. 

Ormond Beach Art Guild of the Ormond Senior Center will have a display at the Ormond Beach Library for the entire month of November. They have works in watercolors, oils and acrylics. 

St. Brendan’s Arts and Crafts Show will take place at 1000 Ocean Shore Blvd. on November 14^th and 15^th. Both indoor and outdoor spaces available. Beautiful, unique, hand made items from 40 vendors with fun, food and fellowship. Call Patty at 212-4150 for information. 

Seabreeze High School “American Music Theater” will present “All Shook UP” at the Seabreeze Auditorium in Daytona, Thursday thru Sunday November 5^th thru the 8^th at 7pm. Tickets are $8 at the door or call 258-4674 for information. Let’s support our local young people and join the fun. 

The Fabulous Kopy Kats are on stage again presenting “A Wild, Wild Party” a musical show that features dancing, singing, and fun filled entertainment. The show will be at Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center. Show times Friday Nov. 13^th thru Sunday Nov. 15^th at 7:30 pm. Call 676-3375 for tickets. 

RIVERFEST will be held Saturday November 21^st and Sunday November 22^nd at the Ormond Bridge. Entertainment includes Pilgrim’s Family Fun Run/Walk, live music, children’s corner, kayak races. Duck race and an auto show. Sounds like fun for the whole family.  Come on down! 

Halifax Genealogical Society Meeting will be held a the Ormond Beach Library November 12^th at 1: 30 pm. The program is “When you can not find them in Ellis Island Records”. Everyone welcome! City of Ormond Beach will host the nighttime Christmas Parade Sat. Dec. 12^th. Want to participate? Call 676-3241 to sign up.

Sheriff Johnson reports the Deputies responded to 84 calls last month. There were 12 assault/ battery calls with 7 burglary alarm calls. There were 8 traffic stops. Several cars were damaged by vandals the 18^th of October. Alert deputies arrested 4 youths and we have not had further problems. If you see something unusual happening in your neighborhood call the Sheriff’s non- emergence number 248-1777 and dial “0” when the recording comes on. You’ll talk directly with the dispatcher. You do not have to give your name. All of us must be the eyes and ears of our community to keep it sale. The Deputies do a wonderful job of following up on these calls. 

Real Estate Update: Wow! There are some real deals in Ormond by the Sea. Congratulations to the owners of the Winchester Condominium at 10 Lynnhurst on obtaining the designation of a “55 and over Community’” It is the first one in Ormond by the Sea. There is a very nice 2-bedroom unit on the first floor available for $67,500. Call Al Weeks and Assoc. at 441-8805 for more information to send to your friends up north. 8 homes closed and 4 condominiums last month. See their addresses and sales prices at www.alweeks.com. or call our office.