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By Diana Zaccaro Broker Associate, "The Accidental Blogger" Cocoa Beach, Florida
(ZOOM Realty Group)
Falcon 9 Rocket Launch on the Space Coast – Monday, 1-6-14 SpaceX is scheduled to launch a Falcon 9 rocket on Monday, January 6, 2014 from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. The original launch date was last Friday, January 3, 2014 but it was reset to Monday, January 6th. The launch window opens at 5:06 p.m. and ends at 7:08 p.m., If the launch is scrubbed due to wind or weather conditions, the next attempt will be on Tuesday. This will be the second commercial launch by SpaceX.   The launch can be viewed at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex or from the Apollo/Saturn V Center, which is the closest public viewing area at the Visitor Complex. The cost is $20 in addition to the Visitor Center admission.  
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By Kerry L Klun, Broker/Owner, 321-626-5868
(Palm Realty)
One of my closest girlfriends had to go to Frankie's Wings & Things!  You see Stephanie is CRAZY about chicken wings.  If she could eat them every day and get away with it I think she would!  So, when she was recently visiting from Denver, I took her to Frankie's Wings & Things in Melbourne. Frankie's Wings & Things takes chicken wings to an insane level!  You see, usually when you go out for wings you get the standard 4 or 5 levels of hotness, but Frankie's Wings & Things really dials it up a couple of notches.  For those of you out there that like wings in varying degrees of discomfort and pain, you need to make a trip to Frankie's Wings & Things. On top of 7 different sauce flavor types:                                                                         TeriyakiTwisted Teriyaki...
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By Kerry L Klun, Broker/Owner, 321-626-5868
(Palm Realty)
                                  The Florida Seafood Bar & Grill is specifically the kind of restaurant that I would think about when I used to think about Florida, the ocean, and food!  Located at 480 West Cocoa Beach Causeway (the 520 B-line) in Cocoa Beach Florida, the Florida Seafood Bar & Grill is local family owned restaurant where you can get together with friends, have a cocktail or two and enjoy some area favorites in terms of food.  Open daily from 11:00am to 10:00pm for lunch and dinner, the feel of the Florida Seafood Bar & Grill is one of "Old Florida".                                                                                                                          In terms of food the Florida Seafood Bar & Grill offers a wide variety of selections.  If you are in ...
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By John Mayer, Your Beach Area Expert
(Oikos Realty, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach Florida)
 The 2013 Space Coast Art Festival in Cocoa Beach, Fl., and Upcoming Events. This juried art show and sale is held every November the weekend after Thanksgiving and attracts artists from all over the country. See more upcoming events below. We never have a shortage of things to do and see on the beach!  That's me with Driftwood Sculptures.    William Kidd of Miramar, Fl took first place in his category.    Mirror, mirror on the wall....   The 2013 Cocoa Beach Christmas Parade will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2012 at 2:00 p.m.  The parade route will run south down Orlando Avenue from the Glass Bank into downtown Cocoa Beach then north up Brevard Avenue back to the Glass Bank. This year's parade theme is "A Winter Wonderland."  The following week, the Cocoa Beach Christmas Boat Pa...
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By Joyce Hathaway
(RE/MAX Aerospace)
          Cocoa Beach Florida Is A Special Place               Cocoa Beach Florida is a special place for so many reasons.  It's a barrier island on central Florida's east coast between the Atlantic Ocean and Banana River Lagoon.  For a place that's six miles long and less than a mile wide in spots, it packs in a lot of fun!       The first reason why Cocoa Beach Florida is a special place, is because of it's geography.  It's one of those spots where you can walk along two different types of beaches.  On one side you can kayak along the Banana River Islands, and on the other you can surf cast into the ocean.        It's well known to surfers that Cocoa Beach Florida is a special place, because it is often referred to as the surfing capital of the east coast.  Ron Jon Surf Shop has an am...
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By Paul & Lyn Henderson, Team Henderson
(Keller Williams Winter Park)
Cocoa Beach Holiday Parades - Team Henderson   COCOA BEACH, FLORIDA (November 21, 2013) - Why does everyone flock to Florida as soon as they pull out their ugly Christmas sweaters? For the gorgeous breezy days and comfortably chilly nights! Cocoa beach hosts many holiday parades for the entire family every year. Enjoy this holiday season beachside at the Cocoa Beach Holiday Parades listed here!       Cocoa Beach Holiday Parades December 7, 2013, 2-4pm: Cocoa Beach Holiday Parade - "A Winter Wonderland" December 7, 2013, 5:30pm: Port Canaveral Christmas Boat Parade - "A Creative Christmas" December 14, 2013, 6pm: 18th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Cocoa Beach Holiday Boat Parade     What Cocoa Beach Holiday Parades will your family attend this year?? For more holiday parades by county, ...
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By Kerry L Klun, Broker/Owner, 321-626-5868
(Palm Realty)
This week I made two trips into Orlando to Seaworld to bring washback turtles to Seaworld.  On both occasions I  drove up the coast to Cocoa Beach to pick up little Loggerhead washbacks.  Every time that I drive through Cocoa Beach, I giggle when I see one particular street. You see, when I was a little girl, I absolutely loved the 60's sitcom I Dream of Jeannie.  As some of you may remember, Jeannie (played by Barbara Eden) was a 2000 year old genie that lived in a beautiful bottle that was found by the fictional Major Nelson (played by Larry Hagman LONG before he played JR Ewing) who was an astronaut at...Cape Canaveral!Well, that sitcom made Cocoa Beach famous, and Cocoa Beach never forgot!  There is actually a street in Cocoa Beach named I Dream of Jeannie Lane.                     ...
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By Diana Zaccaro Broker Associate, "The Accidental Blogger" Cocoa Beach, Florida
(ZOOM Realty Group)
Real Estate is local...your Realtor® should be local, too! One thing we can all agree on is that real estate is local and your Realtor® should be local, too. Brevard County, Florida is big! It is 72 miles long and includes the beaches and mainland so the market in one part of the county will be totally different from the market in another part of the county. The Florida market is unique but it is not uncommon to see agents from other states responding to consumer questions online about the Brevard County, Florida market. Locally, agents who live and work on the mainland frequently list properties on the beaches and vice versa. Each of those markets is a unique area and has its own particular personality and characteristics so it would seem logical to specialize in the area that you work...
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By Diana Zaccaro Broker Associate, "The Accidental Blogger" Cocoa Beach, Florida
(ZOOM Realty Group)
The weather is wonderful in Cocoa Beach - Come on down! While fall is in full swing "up north" here in Florida we are enjoying our wonderful weather. Our high temperatures are currently around 80* with lows around 60*, depending on what part of the state you live in. The weather is ideal for enjoying your favorite activities or just relaxing on the beach. Don't forget to enjoy our beautiful sunsets. They are the perfect way to end to a fabulous Florida day.  
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By John Mayer, Your Beach Area Expert
(Oikos Realty, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach Florida)
Halloween 2013 at Jump's Tiny Tavern in Cocoa Beach, Florida.  Everyone had a good time as always! I don't think Donna looks too scared about Dracula :-) Notice the Toronto Maple Leaf mini hockey stick? Contact me to learn how you can start enjoying the good life here in Brevard County on the Space Coast. Talk to the BEACH EXPERT!     321-799-8334                Homes for Sale       
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By John Mayer, Your Beach Area Expert
(Oikos Realty, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach Florida)
Have a Spooky Halloween! Donna and I are going to Jump's Tiny Tavern in Cocoa Beach. We may even get costumes :-) It's all good fun and one of the many things to enjoy here on the Space Coast. We also have an air show in Melbourne on Saturday. Contact me to learn how you can start enjoying the good life here in Brevard County on the Space Coast. Talk to the BEACH EXPERT!     321-799-8334                Homes for Sale     
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By Diana Zaccaro Broker Associate, "The Accidental Blogger" Cocoa Beach, Florida
(ZOOM Realty Group)
Welcome to Florida - Home of the Endless Summer Florida is famous for its sunshine and miles of beaches but its best kept secret is that it is the Home of the Endless Summer. The climate is either sub-tropical or tropical with average temperatures ranging from 50*/70* in the winter to 70*/90* in the summer. On the east coast, our fabulous weather allows us to enjoy the beaches, boating and ballads at the tiki bars year round. There is truly something for everyone in the Cocoa Beach area...activities include  golf, tennis, biking, boating, kayaking, swimming, surfing and parasailing with the theme parks and attractions available for the young and young-at-heart.   Our endless summer is just one more reason that Florida is the perfect vacation destination and Cocoa Beach is a wonderful pl...
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By John Mayer, Your Beach Area Expert
(Oikos Realty, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach Florida)
 Boston (Steve) and I won the Jump's Horseshoe Tournament on Wed. and everyone had a great time once again! Does life get any better than this? Oh wait...the Toronto Maple Leafs are 2 and 0 - Go Leafs!!!!! Great weekend coming up...Donna and I are hosting a horseshoe tournament at my place on Sunday with Donna's BBQ ribs, Boston's meatballs, sides, a few beers and good friends. The competition will be amicably intense as always :-)  This photo was taken with my Samsung Galaxy S4 because the batteries gave out on my regular camera :-)  Contact me to learn how you can start enjoying the good life here in Brevard County on the Space Coast. Talk to the BEACH EXPERT!     321-799-8334                Homes for Sale     
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By Kerry L Klun, Broker/Owner, 321-626-5868
(Palm Realty)
One of the things that I am most passionate about here on the Space Coast is the sea turtles.  I don't what type of turtle it is, I love them all.  But, they are all in trouble not only here on the Space Coast,but around the world.  So, whenever someone steps forward to help these magnificent reptiles, I am absolutely thrilled.  Today, a surfer came to the rescue of a young loggerhead sea turtle that was tangled in fishing lines just south of the Cocoa Beach Pier this afternoon.  The turtle's flippers were so entangle in fishing line that it could be seen gasping for air from the surface of the ocean as it struggled to free itself from the mono-filament line. Seeing the marine reptile in distress, a nearby surfer paddled over to help the sea turtle.  Doing this, he risked a possible bit...
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By Diana Zaccaro Broker Associate, "The Accidental Blogger" Cocoa Beach, Florida
(ZOOM Realty Group)
Brevard County Residential Report for August 2013 Closed sales were up 11.5% and cash sales increased by 14.1% compared to August 2012. Pending sales increased by 26.9% and new listings were up 17.3%. The median sales price for Single Family Homes was up 13% to $130,000 from $115,000 in August 2012. The median days on the market stayed the same at 37 days. The months’ supply of inventory is down -13.3% to 4.1 months from 4.8 months in August 2012. Traditional sales increased by 22.5%. The Median Sales Price was $165,000. Foreclosure/REO sales were up 95.4%. The median sales price was $75,750. Short Sales are down -58.6%. The median sale price was $110,000. Townhouse and Condo statistics for August 2013 Closed sales increased 15.4% and "cash" sales increased by 15.4% over August 2012. Pe...
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By Teresa Lansford, MBA, GRI, MRP,SFR,ASN, Your Pikes Peak Real Estate Partner
(Bristlecone Realty Group)
The Virtual Traveler - Here is a shout out to John Mayer's Beach Blog. John's blog about the Cocoa Beach Pier and Community will provide the inspiration to take a trip to the "I Dream Of Jeannie Beach". You can imagine sitting at the bar listening to the music, sipping margaritas and snacking on shrimp fresh off the boat!  We fell in love with Cocoa Beach because it has that quaint feel of an earlier simpler time - local mom & pop shops, pristine beaches & surf boards. There are plenty of vacation rentals available, we found ours on VRBO, and were thrilled to easily find a lovely condo on the beach. From our home base, we visited Cape Canaveral, many beaches and of course had to try paddle boarding and surfing.          White sugary sand on Cocoa Beach beckons you to take long walks on ...
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By John Mayer, Your Beach Area Expert
(Oikos Realty, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach Florida)
Every year the NKF ( National Kidney Foundation) labor day surfing festival is held at the Cocoa Beach Pier. A friend of mine saw Kelly Slater while he was visiting Friends and family. CJ used to caddiy for him when he visited in between tournaments. He's a 7 time world champion raised right here in Cocoa Beach.  There wasn't a lot of surfing going on when we were there but the day was warm and perfect. Is there anything better than a day at the beach soaking up the sun with a beautiful woman by your side? The Pier had a bikini contest but we didn't stick around for it. Fahitas and a cold beer sounded better :-)  As my Grandson Thomas used to say when he was little, "Look Grampa, "Makini Girls"! He'll grow up just fine!    Cycling along Cocoa Beach.    Everyone stays cool in the water :...
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By John Mayer, Your Beach Area Expert
(Oikos Realty, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach Florida)
It was a Great Afternoon at the Cocoa Beach Pier. It cleared up after some tropical rain and the sun came out once again. Pictured below is the Pat Michaels Trio. I know the guys and they played great! Mike (on the right) plays a mean acoustic lead guitar. There is so much talent here, it boogles the mind. We all need to support our local musicians!  My friend Donna. We had a great time listening to the band with a few Bacardis and Coronas. The shrimp was excellent too.  The Umbrella Crowd.    Contact me to learn how you can start enjoying the good life here in Brevard County on the Space Coast. Talk to the BEACH EXPERT!     321-799-8334                 Homes for Sale     
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By John Mayer, Your Beach Area Expert
(Oikos Realty, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach Florida)
 Jump's Tiny Tavern's Vintage Car Show in Cocoa Beach, Fl. was held Sunday 7/14/2013. There was live music, a corn hole tournament and lots of cold beer! Pictured below is Brad's Dodge Dart Covertible. It was another good day in paradise!  Lots of POWER! Notice all the room under the hood compared to today's cars?   Barbie.    The Green Monster. Now this shows imagination!  Hillbilly Deluxe Edsel. (A work in progress :-)    Florida Hot Rod.    Contact me to learn how you can start enjoying the good life here in Brevard County on the Space Coast. Talk to the BEACH EXPERT!     321-799-8334                 Homes for Sale     
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By John Mayer, Your Beach Area Expert
(Oikos Realty, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach Florida)
Bikini Bike Riders Meet Horseshoe Players at Jump's Tiny Tavern in Cocoa Beach, Fl. Saturday was hot and sunny but still pleasant, especially when the bikini bikers showed up in the middle of our horseshoe tournament.  Cocoa Beach Bike and Bar-A-Thon riders ride to six bars in six hours and everone drinks resposibly. The Highway One Duo provided the entertantment from 5pm. It was a fun day even though I didn't win the horseshoe tournament :-) Maybe next time!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              ...
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