Flagler Beach Historical Museum
“From the Stone Age...
to the Space Age”
Special Double Edition
Autumn & Winter 2014
Volume 14 - Editions 3/4
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What’s New at the Museum
We Value Our Visitors... Coming and Going.
Our volunteers always “go the extra mile!” The snapshot below in
front of the Museum was taken for these visitors by volunteer docent
Connie Kormanyos before they left to continue exploring Flagler Beach.
L-R: Virginia Rice, Lisa Bartlett, Patty & Joe Baroody, Marc Mason
And sometimes our visitors go that extra mile, like Isabelle “Belle”
Rucker and her son David (photos right) from Washington who brought
along a folder of photos and articles about the Flagler Hotel owned for
many years by Belle’s grandparents J.W. & Mabel Green. It stood at
the site of today’s Flagler Beach Farmer’s Market. To allow us time to
scan their photos, they toured the Museum and David even stopped
by the Pier to check out our radio station Surf 97.3. To see some of
their Flagler Hotel photos, go to the “History Corner” on pages 8 and 9.
2014’s
Photographs
&
Memories
~Page 10
J azz, Che ese & Ch ee r @ t he
P i e r ’s E n t e r t a i n e r L i n d a C o l e
New Pier
Ornament!
Last
Minute
Holiday
Gifts
~Pages 4 & 5
Earlier this year, photographic treasures
were provided by Zelda (Headley) Walker
of her family’s fruit stand on A1A just south
of the Moody Hotel. Look for Zelda’s pictures Gala “Thank yous” - p. 2 & 3, photos - p. 12
from the 1940s in the next issue of the FBHM
Life Preserver. Also in an upcoming issue, we’ll feature
pictures and stories about local surfing legend
Frieda Zamba, from a scrapbook supplied by
Judie Zamba and brought in by Frieda’s mom
and long-time Museum member Janet. She was shown the 1930’s hollow core
wooden surfboard we display; another area of interest was the Flagler Beach
miniature village which Janet’s husband Albert created before he passed away.
Other great items donated this year include a 1976 Aliki Townhouse
Condominiums groundbreaking article brought in by frequent contributor
Helen Varn Holton. Michele Miller of
Titusville donated B&W photographs
of she and other 1958 beauty pageant
contestants. Robert Newbury provided
several pictures featuring the Flagler
Beach Police Department.
Another accessions project made
progress this year as Rob Creal put
out the word that the Museum would
like to have a full complement of local
yearbooks. He donated the first dozen
from Bunnell High School and more have
found a home here with donations by
Libby Broadhurst, Stuart & Sharyn
Rockett, Museum Board Director
Linda S. Jones who also dropped off an
advertising card from the Flagler Beach
Hotel with a 1954 calendar on the back,
and Harry & Kathy Moody who also
donated a photo and postcards showing the old Bunnell High School. If you
have yearbooks to donate, call (386) 517-2025 and let Rob know what years
you might contribute.
207 South Central Avenue
PO Box 2136
Flagler Beach, FL 32136
(386) 517-2025
Open Daily 10am-4pm
& 1st Friday Nights
“ANYTHING GOES!” Thanks for the Memories
The fun you see throughout the newsletter was photographed by Zoe Quinn, and
keepsake pictures will be on
display at the Museum. Stop in
for a visit, make a donation for
your photo -- or call 439-6262
to learn how to donate and
receive digital photos of you
and your friends.
Many thanks to fantastic
Gala Co-Chair & Auction Coordinator Kim Carney (on the left in
photo above with guest Bebe Kelly.) Kim somehow found space to
build baskets at Eagles Nest Storage AND the time to keep her cochair Teri Pruden sane. She was ably assisted by Sandra Siepietoski
and Kathy Tiller, The Anything Goes logo was created by our artistic
friend Kristin Heron. Thank you to 2014’s Team Gala : Lindsay
Birch, Kim Carney, Dana Davis, Carol Fisher, Beth Mount, Cindy
Miller, Kelli O’Reilly, & Sandra Siepietoski.
Capably coordinating check-in/check-out were Linda Jones and
Karen Young, assisted by the Love Boat’s Julie (Kelli O’Reilly), &
Bev Zemlock. As “Cigarette Girl,”
(photo right) Carol Fisher was so
well-disguised that her own tablemates didn’t recognize her, and so
convincing that a guest scolded her
for proffering cigarettes!
Beth Mount lent her talents
again this year, and was responsible for creating the portholes using
photos by Scott Spradley which
were enlarged by our friend Dave
at Joseph Pozzuoli Architects.
The decorative additions were so
popular that they were purchased
by guests that evening and were
also requested to be left behind
for future events by the Halifax
Plantation decor team.
Finally thank you to all the
guests who came out to play,
especially Team Gala’s husbands
and boyfriends who sacrifice for
weeks just to sit next to an empty chair on Gala Night: Sam Arden,
Dan Bayerl, Jim Carney, Jim Davis, Jeff Fisher, and Bill Mount.
PS: Do not believe any rumors you might have heard about Bayerl
& Pozzuoli winning prizes for dancing about with purses and boas
while wearing women’s high heels!
Editor’s Note: Museum Gala 2014 is now one for the history
books, but really fantastic volunteers deserve a “group hug” for making
our annual event a success. Featured here are those who gave of their
time. On the opposite page are gala sponsors, along with members,
friends, and businesses that gave cash or silent auction donations.
If you know someone here, applaud them. If you are a customer at any
of the businesses on page 3, take time to tell them thank you. If you
aren’t a customer, stop by and see what their business is all about!
Join me here as we thank and appreciate them all.
~Teri Pruden, FBHM Director
PS: It seems that someone is always forgotten at “thank you time” and
it is often the person, business, or group who most deserves recognition. If that “someone” is you or someone you know, please remind
me at (386) 439-6262 or [email protected] so we can give
you a Thank You “shout out” in the next newsletter.
Anything Goes!
Team Gala set sail for a new venue and
theme in 2014, and we docked at the Halifax Plantation Golf Club
where the great staff helped us create our Anything Goes cruise
through the decades theme.
From the piano bar to the Blackjack table to the decorative towel
animals that adorned the room, cruises
from the 1920s through the present were
celebrated. Live entertainment, the hallmark of every great sea cruise, included
incredible variety. Dana Davis belted out
two musical hits, Kenyon Dye performed
at his piano bar, Justin Maddox (photo
left) and Annie Livingston dealt Blackjack, and Cindy Miller’s former students
danced up a storm.
Guests also provided much entertainment as they participated for prizes and
first-to-the-buffet-dibs in games like “Name That Tune,” “Quest,” and
“Human Heads or Tails.” Once again, live and silent auctions provided
hot bargains on cool items, and the fantastic “Fish Bowl” surprise gift
card items sold out. As always, the dance floor was hopping all night
long, and the photo ops were cruise-worthy.
Returning emcee & “Hostess with the Mostest” Lauren Watkins
was the hit of the evening as she kept all of the fun, games and music
coordinated. She was assisted in the fun by her friend “Buffalo” who
doubled as auctioneer for our live auction. In addition to reminding
everyone that they were there to raise money for the Museum, Lauren’s towel animals awarded as contest prizes were a hit. As always,
our good friend Lisa McDevitt & her Flagler Auditorium, ensured
that all attendees could use credit cards instead of cash. This year
Carol Fisher & her BeachHouse Beanery also offered us that option too and many guests were able to conveniently buy their tickets
in advance by phone.
Farewell & thanks to docents Pat & Hal Mesnard who volunteered
faithfully together for 10 years. And best wishes to Tom McKinney
who after a decade of docenting & deposits, has “Gone Fishing!”
2014 OFFICERS
President: Catherine Wilson
1st Vice President: Robert R. Creal
2nd Vice President: Kathy Feind
Secretary: Sandra Siepietoski
Treasurer: Linda S. Jones
Renee & Emily
Would you like to be on the cutting edge of
Flagler Beach Museum business? Join us at
a board meeting - alternate months on second
Tuesdays 2pm at the Flagler Beach Fire Hall.
For more info, call Teri at 386-439-6262.
Museum Director: Teri Pruden
City Liaison: Linda Provencher
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2014 DIRECTORS
Sharon Atack
Cindy Dalecki
Charles Helm
Cindy Miller
Beth Mount
Kelli O’ Reilly
Mary Ann Ruzecki
Lea Stokes
Thank You Friends of Anything Goes!
We ♥
Carol Fisher &
the BeachHouse
Beanery!
Thank You Anchor Sponsors
Alliance Financial’s David Fowler & Charles Helm,
Watson Realty’s Dana Davis
and Johnny D’s own John Davis!
Thank You
Preserver
Sponsors
Auction Donors...
A1A Motel
Bahama Mama's
BeachHouse Beanery
Beachside Bakery & Café
Birch, Lindsay
Body Therapy Center
Burrito 101
Cannizzaro, Rick
Captain’s BBQ
CB Photography
Chef Bill’s Catering
Chophouse 101
City of Flagler Beach
Coastal Mermaid
Coconut Island
Commissioner Kim Carney
Dana Davis, Realtor
Down By The Sea Gift Shop
Down to Earth Pottery
Ed Siarkowicz Photographic
Images, LLC
Edible Arrangements
Feind, John & Kathy
Fisher, Carol & Jeff
Compasses & Friends...
Craig Flagler Palms
Funeral Home
& Memorial Gardens
Down By The Sea
Gift Shop & Gallery
Al & Maureen Hadeed
Mary Ann Ruzecki
Mary Ann Clark
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We ♥
Lisa McDevitt & the
Flagler Auditorium!
Flagler Auditorium
Flagler Beach Hair Company
Flagler Beach Gift Shop
Flagler Spirits
Florida Agricultural Museum
Friends Café
Fuego Del Mar
Funky Pelican
Gerling Travel Group
Golden Lion Café
Gospel Gardens
Greg Lynn Jewelers
Halifax Plantation Golf Club
Hammock Beach Resort
Hammock Gardens Nursery
Hampton Inn
High Tides at Snack Jack
HighJackers Restaurant
Hilton Garden Inn
Houligans
Humidor Cigar Bar & Lounge
Island Cottage
Oceanfront Inn & Spa
Kokomo's Café
Marineland Dolphin
Adventure
Martin's Restaurant & Lounge
Memories in Time
Nature Scapes
Ocean Books & Art
Olive Garden
Panera
Publix Super Markets
Siepietoski & Pruden
Southeast Jewelry
Spradley, Scott
Sweetwaters
Target
Thai Korner
The Glass Ceiling Hair Salon
Thunder Gulch Campground
Tuscan Grille
Vic's Airbrushing Shop
Watkins, Lauren
West, Matthew
White Orchid Inn & Spa
Woody's Bar-B-Q
Baby, It’s Cold
Outside!
Keep Warm With a Cozy Museum Throw Blanket...
Below and at right are the artist renditions of the Museum’s
unique keepsake tapestries featuring historic landmarks of
Flagler Beach. The fringed washable cotton throws are light
enough for the beach, warm enough for winter, and charming enough to decorate your furniture or walls. Great gift for
yourself or others! Purchase with check or cash at the Museum
10am-4pm seven days a week.
“Landmarks of Flagler Beach” seen at right is a full size
tapestry perfect for snuggling under on cold winter evenings
or stretching out on for a day at the beach. It is just $40.00
for members and $45.00 for non-members.
“Flagler Pier through the Years” below is a smaller, lighter,
mini-throw perfect for laps, chairs or kids. It is just $30.00 for
Museum members and $35.00 for non-members and features
3 memorable Flagler Pier buildings from 1925 to today.
Befriend the
Daleckis!
The
Flagler
Beach
Museum is wheelchair accessible.
The Flagler Beach Historical
Museum thanks the County
Commission and the
F l a g l e r C o u n t y To u r i s t
Development Council for their
grant awards that help us
fund operating expenses, promotion, and much more!
Writers/Researchers: Rob Creal, Teri Pruden
Proofreader Extraordinaire: Mary Ann Ruzecki
Photography: Cindy Dalecki, Bill Lepson, Zoe Quinn
Congratulations to the Museum for a great ranking that resulted
in a state grant for 2014-2015 from the
Florida Department of Cultural Affairs.
We are thankful for the state’s support.
Sponsored in part by the State
of Florida, Department of State,
Division of Cultural Affairs and the
Florida Council on Arts and Culture.
This newsletter is published quarterly by our friends at the
Flagler County Chamber of Commerce and mailed free to
members. Address questions/comments to Teri at (386) 4396262 or [email protected]
Hi KJ. See you in the spring issue.
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2014 Heart Ornaments are here! And 2015
Hearts are in to give you a head start on Valentine’s Day shopping. A few 2012 & 2013
Hearts available at 1/2 price while supplies last.
Two styles of Parachuting Santa cards are available. Featured here is “Christmas:
Flagler Beach Style.” Also available: “Greetings of the Season - Flagler Beach Style!”
Christmas Cards, Gifts, & Stocking Stuffers
FBHM decals, Flagler Pier magnets, ornaments,
and bottle stoppers. Books on Flagler County and
Florida history fill our shelves. Also, for the hard-tobuy-for adults on your list, add a museum membership to these stocking stuffers. See page 7 for form.
New this year are compass rose charms and key fobs with
the Flagler Pier latitude and longitude. Reverse side is Flagler Pier’s A-frame. All come with the key fob - just remove it
and you have a wristlet charm or necklace medallion. Other great gifts for yourselves and those on your list include
NEW!
visit our new kids zone! new oval pier ornament
Befriend the
Daleckis!
Who doesn’t remember playing the fill-in-the-hole peg triangle
puzzles in diner booths during the vacations of our youth?!
Turns out the puzzles still fascinate - even with our teens -many of whom have never seen the games before. Now you
can get fun puzzle games and great books in the Museum’s new
“Kid’s Zone!” Book selections range from pre-school to early
teens, including “Best Beach Games” which will provide families
hours of free fun as they enjoy the sandy surf at Flagler Beach.
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M e e t Yo u r F e l l o w M e m b e r : D a n a D a v i s
All those who attended “Anything Goes!” last month know Dana Davis as the awesome chanteuse who belted out two fantastic
show tunes at our annual costume gala. But in real life, Dana is a professional realtor who is dedicated to ensuring that every person
she works with has a unique and rewarding experience.
Her commitment to client’s and non-profit organization’s needs is evident upon the first
meeting with Dana. When she joined the Museum’s Team Gala, she hit the ground running
and volunteered to decorate, entertain, and sell tickets. She also became a gala sponsor!
This native Floridian (that rare find) was born in Daytona Beach, raised in Winter Park,
and reared her children in Melbourne Beach, which has given her an excellent perspective and
love of the area. In her own words, Dana says, “I adore Flagler Beach. I am so grateful to be
living Flagler County. As a native Floridian I can say that Flagler Beach is such a treasure. It
is a unique town filled with friendly people who have a strong sense of community. I love how
Flagler Beach pulls the community together with all of its special events, the farmers market
and first Friday’s in the park. I enjoy all of the eclectic shops, the wonderful restaurants many
of which offer breathtaking views of the ocean and live music of local musicians.”
Dana’s award winning customer service background and business success qualifies her
to offer current customers a refreshing and different real estate experience. Her multifaceted
resume ranges from flight attendant to insurance sales executive. She helped her company
grow into one of the nation’s premier annuity, life and health insurance marketing groups.
Having experienced the many phases of life from starting out and raising a family through
navigating the challenges of an empty nest ...and on to the blessings of visiting grandchildren,
Dana understands the changing needs of home ownership. She has managed the challenge
and dynamics of owning multiple residences in multiple states, which led her to obtain the
RSPS, Resort and Second Property Specialist certification.
Continued on Opposite Page...
Dana with husband Jim at Museum Gala
Special Thanks to our 2014 Premier Members
Platinum ($1000)
Ilona Itskov Family : In Loving Memory
of Isay (Joseph) Davydov
City of Flagler Beach
Gold ($500)
Alliance Financial Partners: David Fowler & Charles Helm
Bank of America on behalf of Linda Jones
Publix Super Markets Charities
Silver ($250)
Bronze
Aligood, John M.
Atack, Sharon
Bayerl, Dan & Pruden, Teri
Caldwell, Wayne & Martha
Campbell, Bruce
Davis, Dana
Delisi, Donald & Adele
Delisi, Thomas
Elliott, Carol W.
Feind, John & Catherine
Flagler County Chamber of Commerce
Flagler Woman’s Club
Grigas, Robert & Josephine
Huber, Ann & Tornvall, Ken
Hull, Richard D.
Kuhnlein, Ed
Petty, Tim & Lou
Pettus, James
Rotary of Flagler Beach
Ruzecki, Mary Ann
Schneider, Uwe & Carol
Shupe, Marshall
Shupe, Marshall
Smith-Dodge, Theo
Tiller, Kathy
Torrance, Bonnie
Young, Karen
Your Name Here! 
Save trees, plus print & mail costs:
Bradley, Hallie
Have Your Newsletters Emailed!
Hall, Sheryl & Jeff
Call Teri @ (386) 439-6262
Lowe, Jeralyn
Stephaich, Louise
Wilson, Catherine
Coquina Real Estate & Construction
Flagler County Corvettes
Patron Members - Limited Time Offer! Get Premier Status complimentary links
Preferred Management Services, Inc.
from our website to yours if you call before Jan.1st. Bronze through Platinum
Premiers will still receive the links free with membership. Just get in touch and
Patron
we’ll put the benefit in process. Call Teri at (386) 439-6262 for more information.
Angerer, William & Carroll, Rachel
Bitgood, Stephen
Broderick, Dan & Kalush, Margaret
Stuckey, Richard
Flagler Beach Gift Shop
Moore, Ed
Ceryak, Ron
Taylor, Ann Creal
Gardner, Jay & Lisa
Morris, Beverly & Bill
Creal, Robert
Tee Times USA
Golden Lion Cafe
Pepper, Howard
Cusa, Tom
Trivett, Danny
Intracoastal Bank
Pillittieri, Sally
Deal, Don & Terri
Walker, Zelda
JPA, Joseph Pozzuoli Architect
Price, Rosmarie & Richard
DiFrancesco, Lida & Fred
Wilson, Matthew G.
Kormanyos, Connie & Ed
Provencher, Linda
Down By The Sea Gifts
Your Name Here! 
Miller, Cindy
Re/Max Oceanside
Duncan, Tom
Miller, Frederick & Arlene
Rohrabaugh, Paul & Beverly
Evans, Robert
Miller, Karen L.
Root, J. Preston & Family
Flagler Animal Hospital
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When asked what drew her to volunteering at the Museum, Dana said, “I learned about the
museum while strolling through Flagler Beach at a Fourth of July event a couple of years ago. The
FBHM ensures that the preservation of the past, present and future history of Flagler County will
never be lost. I chose to join Team Gala because I feel it is very important to preserve as much of
the history of our lovely town as possible. The annual gala proceeds are one of the main sources of
revenue that keeps the Flagler Beach Historical Museum doors open.”
Dana is not just a fan of history; she has also integrated her love for the environment into her
career by obtaining the National Association of Realtor® Green designation. She did this because
of the many misconceptions about the time and money it takes to implement green home features
and sustainable lifestyle practices. She believes that every step you take towards green is a step in the right direction. Whether you change
one habit or your entire way of living, your actions can reduce your carbon footprint to make the world a safer and healthier place to be.
To sum it up, whether one is looking for a home, an investment property or commercial space, Dana is uniquely qualified to guide all
buyer’s through the process. And her volunteerism has helped many local organizations, with the Museum just one of the lucky recipients. Dana
says, “I think it would be great if everyone would support the FBHM by becoming a member, because like the annual gala, the membership
proceeds help to keep the doors open. There are many ways to be involved with the museum like volunteering at special events, docenting
at the museum, or by donating pictures and items for the museum to display. You can even share local stories. After all everyone living here
is a part of the history of our great town!”
Dedicated*Detailed*Different Contact Dana Davis by phone at (386) 569-4998 or www.danadavisproperties.com
Thank You August-November New & Renewing Members!
*A very special
We l c o m e t o o u r
Newest Members
listed here in
bold italics.
Gold:
Publix Super Market
Silver
Hall, Sheryl & Jeff
Lowe, Jeralyn
Bronze
Patron
*Bitgood, Stephen
Atack, Sharon
Ceryak, Ron
Bayerl, Dan
Duncan, Tom
& Pruden, Teri
Miller, Frederick &
Campbell, Bruce
Arlene
Delisi, Thomas
Moore, Ed
Elliott, Carol W.
Page, Bruce
Flagler Beach Rotary
Pellittieri, Sally
Hull, Richard D.
Taylor, Ann Creal
Lowe, Jeralyn
Petty, Tim & Lou
Small Business
Shupe, Marshall
Island Cottage Oceanfront Inn & Spa
Tiller, Kathy
S.E. Cline Construction
*Flagler Beach Montessori School
Young, Karen
LEVELS OF MUSEUM MEMBERSHIP
= Individual $12
= Family $20
= Small Business $25
LEVELS OF PREMIER MEMBERSHIP
= Patron $50
= Bronze Member $100
= Silver Member $250
= Gold Member $500
= Platinum $1000
Family
Individual
Andre, Rudy & Sharon
Arnold, Hugh & Joan
Calkins, Mary & Wayne
Cantrell, Harold & Joyce
Climo, Merrill & Barbara
Gallagher, Richard
& Kathryn
Gawthrop, Sheila & Jay
Hammond, Kim
Harms, Nancy
Lewis, Marsha N.
Ryan, Kent & Maureen
Vath, Ron & Pat
Walsh, David
Atwood, Mary
Farrow, Terri
Footit, Terry
*Fox, Phyllis
Hayworth, Pauline
Mealy, Jane
Reed, Lois
Tooker, Kristine
BENEFITS OF MUSEUM MEMBERSHIP
= Free quarterly newsletter
= Recognition in newsletter
= Discounts on museum merchandise and special events
= Advance notice of new displays and upcoming events
= Free gifts for bringing in new members
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR PREMIER MEMBERS
= Recognition in every newsletter and on Museum website
= Museum available for private or group tours
= Ask about links from our website to yours
Membership Form
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The History Corner:
A Flagler Beach Hotel Pictorial
Prompted by the surprise visit from
Belle Rucker, granddaughter of Flagler
Hotel owners J.W. & Mable Green, this History Corner features some of Belle’s photos
and others from the Museum archives.
According to Catherine Wilson’s
book “A New Beginning,” D.F. Fuquay
and George Moody began construction
of the Flagler Beach Hotel in 1923. Mr.
Moody sold his interest in the venture to Mr.
Fuquay who finished the project at the end
of 1924 and held a grand opening on July
4th, 1925. Belle’s grandparents owned and
managed the hotel beginning in the 1940s.
Belle said she has lots of stories about
the hotel from her childhood. “My grandfather would give us a roll of dimes, when we
came to visit, for the Coke machine. Back
then it was filled with the 6oz glass bottled
soda. They were inserted in racking. You put
your dime in, pushed a lever, and opened
a side front window door to pull out your
Coke that was pushed forward by the lever. However the kicker was
that if you were barefoot from outside or coming in from the beach
and went to grab the metal door you got shocked.”
For more stories about the hotel from its elegant beginnings
to the visit of Charles Lindbergh to damage received from a
hurricane, go to flaglerbeachmuseum.com and click on the
History tab. Then choose Flagler Beach Hotel.
Help Preserve Local History
A Flagler County history book and DVD series are in
the making. If you have stories or photos to share,
or know someone who does, please contact Teri at
386-439-6262 or via email: [email protected].
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For more history, visit our website:
www.flaglerbeachmuseum.com and
click on the History Tab.
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A PHOTOGRAPHIC LOOK BACK AT...
WINTER:
APRIL:
2014 MUSEUM BOARD
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SPRING:
2
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♥ VOLUNTEERS
STUDENTS ON BREAK!
MAY: JAZZ, CHEESE & CHEER @THE PIER
MAY:
CHEER
AT THE PIER
SUMMER
S U M M E R :
1ST FRIDAY FUN
1ST FRIDAY FUN!DRAISER
SURF 97.3 & HISTORY
ARE ON THE AIR!
AUTUMN: ANYTHING GOES!
J A N E
MEALY
AT THE
HELM
WE WISH YOU A HEALTHY & HAPPY 2015!
&
WINTER
RETURNS...
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Welcome New Board Secretary
Sandra Siepietoski
Annual Meeting of the General
Membership & 2015 Elections:
January 27th, 4:00pm, at the
Flagler Beach Fire Station
The slate below is being presented to serve as 2015
FBHM Officers and Directors, by the 2014 Nominating
Committee of Directors Cindy Dalecki, Kathy Feind,
and Teri Pruden. Nominations will be accepted from the
floor at the Annual Meeting. If there are no futher nominations, the recommended slate printed here will be officially elected and begin serving their terms immediately. .
OFFICERS – 1 YEAR EXECUTIVE TERMS
President : Catherine Wilson (Board Term: 2015-2017)
1st Vice President: Robert R. Creal (Board Term: 2015-2017)
2nd Vice President: Kathy Feind (Board Term: 2014-2016)
Secretary: Sandra Siepietoski (Board Term: 2014-2016)
Treasurer: Linda S. Jones (Board Term: 2015-2017)
Director: Teri Pruden (Board Term: 2014-2016)
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Directors Nominated to Serve 3 Year Term: 2015-2017
Sharon Atack
Cindy Dalecki
Mary Ann Ruzecki
We thank the following board members who
continue to serve their ongoing elected terms:
2013 - 2015:
Charles Helm
Beth Mount
Cindy Miller
2014 - 2016:
Kelli O’Reilly
Lea Stokes
Current City Liaison:
Linda Provencher
(Term determined by
Flagler Beach
City Commission)
Help Wanted!
Fundraising & Special Event Coordinator
Our friendly hometown museum has grown busier every year,
and we are now looking for a part-time fundraising & special event
coordinator. Proven success and experience in sales, fundraising, or
event management is essential. The position entails working closely
with the museum director, but will also require the ability to spearhead
and complete successful projects without supervision.
Due to the intermittent nature of special event work, the individual
hired will be expected to promote and renew business memberships,
be assigned to attend networking and other events in the community,
as well as spend time staffing or training at the museum. Willingness
and the ability to work well with volunteers will be a key component.
The position will be part-time as an independent contractor to
start but success in the job will ensure more hours if desired and/or
the opportunity to advance. Except for special events, scheduling will
be flexible and occur as a collaborative effort between the coordinator
hired and the museum director.
“It was a ‘First Friday’ evening when I walked up and saw that
the Museum was open. Entering, I was greeted by Linda Jones and
her welcoming smile. After
touring the Museum and
talking to Linda I knew that
I wanted to be a part of this
organization and its special place in the history of
Flagler Beach and Flagler
County. The experiences
I’ve had with the visitors and
friends of the Museum have
enriched my life and have
kept me hungry to learn
more about the history of
this unique beach town.”
That First Friday evening turned out to be
an enriching one for the
Museum as well. Sandra was immediately given an orientation with
Linda, and she was quickly scheduled to fill a few afternoons a month
as a Museum docent. It didn’t take long before Museum Director
Teri Pruden realized what a gem the organization had in Sandra.
Her bright spirit, constructive ideas, and willingness to assist at events
were genuinely appreciated.
She was the calm, nearly invisible, but much-needed backbone
whenever events threatened to get a bit chaotic due to their many
moving parts. Teri has often been heard singing Sandra’s praises,
especially about her special talent for quietly being right where she
is needed just before she is called on. Gala attendees will remember
Sandra as someone who took the time to welcome them and prerealize their needs. Her latest contribution has been to join the Museum
Board as Secretary.
As this article was bring written, Sandra was away for a few weeks
visiting family in the north. She says, “I am a proud mother of two sons
Mark & Michael and daughter-in-law Kay. These are the people who
keep me grounded and along with my sister Nina, they are my biggest
supporters and for that I am very grateful.”
Sandra was born and raised in Mocanaqua, Pennsylvania, and
she spent most of her life in Poughkeepsie, New York, before moving
to Palm Coast in 1994. Her hobbies include tennis, dancing, bridge,
movies, and music. Sandra’s resume includes this quote, “My objective
is to continue as a contributing member of the community in which I
lives where my services and abilities can be put to use as needed.”
There is no question that she is fulfilling her mission. Sandra has
volunteered as a poll worker and clerk during County elections. She has
also represented the Flagler County Futures Committee, the Friends
of Tennis, the Palm Coast Players Club, Palm Coast Profiteers, and
the Palm Coast Investment Group. Sandra has served her community
through the Museum, the Flagler Playhouse, the Flagler Auditorium,
Feed Flagler, Friends of A1A Scenic & Historic Highway, recreation
planning for Surfside Estates residents, and is currently serving as a
Beverly Beach Commissioner.
Sandra wrote a special note for Museum founder and president
Catherine Wilson, “Thank you, Catherine for giving so many people
the opportunity to experience this living history.“ And we thank you,
Sandra for making the Museum a better place to be with each project
you take on.
Next issue: Welcome to our newest
Board Director Sharon Atack
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P h o t o s
Clockwise
from Top Left:
(Within photos L
to R) Auctioneer
“Buffalo” with
Emcee Lauren
Wa t k i n s ; L e a
S t o k e s
&
Matthew West;
Jason & Rebecca
DeLorenzo; Rosie & Jim Poldoian; Shelley
Chapman & Teri Pruden; Joan & Barry Harris,
Jeff (Sir Nigel Joffrey) Fisher, Katie & Ken
Rinoldo, and Cigarette Gal Carol Fisher;
Maureen & Nancy Walsh; Bill & Beth Mount
w/ Gladys Chesser (seated); Sheryl & Joseph
Pozzuoili; Roseanne & Thomas Stocker.
These and other gala photos will be
displayed at the Museum. They are also
available digitally right now for a $5 Museum
donation or a $12 Museum membership (honor
system - pay at any time!) You receive a 4x6
photo plus the digital image as a jpeg which
can be emailed to you immediately so you
may use it as many times and in any size that
you choose. For details on what photos of you
or your friends are available, call Teri at (386)
439-6262. Or email: [email protected]
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