(birth, education, training, acceptance) 620 Garden St., Titusville, FL 32796 264-0446 3/4 mile west of U.S. Route 1 on the right (north). HOURS: Mon. - Thu. -- 9:30am - Noon

CRIB FOR A BED CAMPAIGN B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc. Titusville's crisis pregnancy center, announces the start of its annual "Crib for a Bed" campaign. There is an on-going request from clients needing a crib for their babies about to be born. In addition, there are many families new to Brevard County who have left their baby equipment behind in the move and have an infant with no safe bed. Pat Mackey, B.E.T.A. director, states "Perhaps your child has outgrown its crib and is ready for a bigger bed. Or, perhaps your port-a-crib is no longer needed. We welcome donations of gently used cribs, play pens, high chairs and bassinets." Call B.E.T.A. (321) 264-0446 for pick-up or bring donation to the B.E.T.A. Center, located at 620 Garden Street. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:30 am to noon. All services are free including pregnancy tests, maternity and infant clothing and miscellaneous baby equipment.

"Girls Are Great!"
13th Annual Celebration of Growing Up and Understanding Our Changing Bodies

On Saturday, June 7, 2008 from 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., B.E.TA. of Titusville, Inc., an organization committed to helping women facing a crisis pregnancy, will host its 13th annual "Girls Are Great!" event at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 3450 Kilmarnoch Lane, off State Road 405, in Titusville.

The event is open to all Brevard County girls ages 9-12 (and their parents) to learn about their changing bodies, discuss the effects of puberty, what to expect, and get answers to uncomfortable questions in a relaxed and comfortable environment. The event features a video segment followed by a Q&A session with local RN Shelly Beville, and later a "Rap Session" where parents will attend a parenting class while young girls break into groups to have embarrassing questions discussed anonymously amongst peers.

More than just talk, the event will host a fashion show, a sport and service oriented community resource fair, a craft workshop with nationally renowned craft educator Joan Pompa, a segment on money issues, introduce a new type of dance called Zumba, have refreshments and door prizes and much more.

"Girls Are Great!" is presented by B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc. with a grant from Jess Parrish Medical Foundation . The cost to attend is $3 for ages 9-12 or $5 per family. Adults are free. Pre-registration is suggested. Contact B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc. for more information and to pre-register at (321) 264-0446.

• WHO: B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc.
• FOR: Brevard County Girls ages 9 - 12 and their interest accompanying adult
• WHAT: 13th Annual "Girls Are Great!" event
• WHEN: Saturday, June 7, 2008, 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• WHERE: Knights of Columbus Hall, 3450 Kilmarnoch Lane, off State Road 405, in Titusville
• COST: The cost to attend is $3 for ages 9-12 or $5 per family of two or more girls. Adults are free.
• Pre-registration suggested. For more information and to pre-register call (321) 264-0446.
• WHY: "To create an opportunity for young girls to celebrate their changing bodies in a fun and joyful way, as to not be embarrassed or ashamed of what is a natural part of life, giving both moms and dads the opportunity to learn and grow along with their daughters," said Pat Mackey, Director of B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc. and "Girls Are Great!" Chair.

13th Annual "Girls Are Great!"
A Day for You and a Special Girl You Know

By Jaci R. Patellis

On Saturday, June 7, 2008 parents and guardians of young girls ages 9- 12 can take ease and know that B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc., an organization committed to helping women facing a crisis pregnancy, is taking the burden of explaining the sometimes seemingly unexplainable mystery of puberty and answering all those awkward questions at their 13th annual "Girls Are Great!" event, which is a celebration of growing up and understanding a young girlÕs changing body.

Beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 3450 Kilmarnoch Lane off State Road 405 in Titusville, young girls from all over Brevard County will have an opportunity to attend a fashion show, enjoy refreshments, win door prizes, get involved in sport and service oriented organizations, hear a role model speak on facing lifeÕs challenges and reaching goals, learn how to be money conscious, and most importantly, have their questions about their bodies and their lives answered in a truthful and joyful way amongst peer models, professionals, and each other.

With a line-up of guest speakers in attendance from nationally renowned craft educator Joan Pompa who will be conducting a workshop alongside attendees to make a memento for the day, to former Patricia Stevens Modeling and Talent Agency instructor Beth Rodamer, who will be teaching a new kind of dance called Zumba, which is sweeping the nation as a trendy and popular new form of exercise, there will certainly be a lot more than just "the talk" going on here. This year will also introduce Sylvia Skinner of Steps for Teens, Inc. who will briefly be speaking on abstinence programs.

Invite your daughter, (and her friends), to share this day and to learn about each other in a fun and relaxed environment where everyoneÕs questions get answered, including yours! The event is by no means a private affair as it is truly a celebration of the transformation into womanhood and the responsibilities it entails.

"Girls Are Great!" is an annual event held by B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc. with a grant from Jess Parrish Medical Foundation .

The cost to attend is $3 for ages 9-12 or $5 per family of two or more girls. Adults are free. Pre-registration suggested. Contact B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc. for more information and to pre-register at (321) 264.0446.

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B.E.T.A. of Titusville Crisis Pregnancy Center B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc., is a private, non-profit, organization that has been serving the North Brevard community for over 21 years as a crisis pregnancy center. Services at the center include non-judgmental counseling, free pregnancy tests sent to a hospital lab, free maternity clothing, infant furniture, bedding, layette items, baby clothes through size T4, as well as formula and diapers on an emergency basis. B.E.T.A. is staffed by women of diverse religious beliefs, united in an effort to fill the needs of women and families not met by other groups in the North Brevard area. We have been reaching out to women in unplanned pregnancies, single mothers of infants, confused and frightened teenagers and distressed families. Our all volunteer staff has been driven by knowing how urgently these services are needed. In addition, as part of our services, we hold seminars for the youth of our area to help them be informed on dealing with the changes from childhood to adolescence to adulthood. This years program 'Girls Are Great - A Celebration of Growing Up and Understanding Our Changing Bodies" was held on June 2 nd at BCC in Titusville. Next year's program is tentatively scheduled for early June 2002. "Respect Life"		Volunteer Opportunities Volunteers are needed to staff our office, sort clothing, wash and mend clothing, fix furniture and other office tasks. (We have a small staff of all unpaid volunteers. We really need additional volunteers.) We would appreciate people willing to donate their time to do minor repairs to our building on an as-needed basis. Donations of used baby clothes, furniture, and maternity clothing are welcome. That's how we get items for our clients. If your children are grown, you can shop the yard sales for good cribs or other baby equipment to donate to us. Cribs are always in short supply. You can become an honorary God mother/God father by donating $25.00 per year either in a lump sum or in smaller amounts throughout the year to help us with our expenses. We rely on private donations to keep in operation. We get no Federal Funding. If none of the above options are available to you, please keep us in your prayers asking that we may have the means to provide the services necessary for those in need. If you would like further information, please call us at (321) 264-0446. If the office is not open, please leave a message with your name and number and we will call you back.
Pat Mackey, Director           Carol Shalala, Assistant Director Ann Sherrill, Treasurer           Bert Musco, Secretary

Michelle Collins with her children.

TITUSVILLE, FLA. (April 19, 2007)—All parents-to-be and new parents have questions and concerns about babies and the challenges of childrearing. The World's Greatest Baby Shower, an educational resource fair for new and expectant parents, including adoptive parents, is designed to help answer those questions and put common fears to rest. It will be held Saturday, May 5, at Parrish Medical Center, 951 North Washington Avenue, Titusville, in the Atrium and Conference Center. Free and open to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., this year's shower is presented by Parrish Medical Center, Kiwanis Club of Titusville and the University of Florida Brevard County Extension Service.

Designed for parents with babies one year or younger, plus expectant parents, this is the 12th annual event. Dads, grandmas and grandpas, uncles, aunts and siblings are welcome. Attendees may enter from either the south or main entrance and shuttle carts from the parking lots will be available.

The shower will offer a wide variety of educational exhibits as well as scheduled presentations by medical and safety experts. Over 40 exhibit booths will provide important information on bonding and attachments, health and nutrition, family photography, discipline, self-esteem and child care. In addition to expert advice, there will be opportunities to win valuable and useful door prizes.

Presentation/demonstration topics will include car seat safety, infant/toddler brain development, infant massage, an "ask a doctor" panel and others.

For additional information CLICK HERE and/or call (321) 633-1702 or 952-4536, ext.25.

Parrish Medical Center is an award-winning 210-bed, acute care, not-for-profit medical center located at 951 N. Washington Avenue. PMC continues to be recognized nationally as America's #1 Healing Hospital. For more information visit us on the web at parrishmed.com or call 321-268-6110.

GUYS ARE GREAT - JANUARY 20, 2007

Pat Fischer, Role model for Guys are Great

Andrae J. Kirkland, THS '08 (Peer model for guys are great, left) and Emmanuel Lewis (right).  Photo from "Role Model Day" hosted by Willie Gary.

Josiah Durhan, THS '08 & friend

GUYS ARE GREAT - a celebration of growing up and understanding our changing bodies returns for the fourth time to the Titusville Brevard Community College gym on Saturday, January 20. Presented by B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc.in cooperation with the Brevard Community College and sponsored by the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation, the event targets ten to thirteen year old boys and their accompanying interested adults to learn about male puberty in an informal and fun manner. Early registration is suggested by calling B.E.T.A. at (321) 264-0446. Same day registration begins at 8:30 am, with the program beginning at 9:00 am.

A Community Resource Fair with twenty booths displaying activities available to enhance the extra-cirricular hours of youth include Titusville Swim Team, North Brevard Parks and Recreation, Soap Box Derby, and three libraries.Kicking off the program will be the Astronaut High School Jr.R.O.T.C. drill team which promises a lively round of exercises for the youths.Brevard Community College's Richard Belton will introduce each segment while interjecting humor in his dual role as "Mr.Manners "and Master of Ceremonies.

Key note speaker Angel Acevedo, MD, Pediatric Chief of Staff at Parrish Medical Center, will enlighten youth and adults with the physical and emotional changes experienced by 'tweens as they face emerging manhood. A film, Boys Puberty-Ammazing Changes Inside and Out is sure to generate questions for Dr. Acevedo.

This year's Role Model is Pat Fischer of Fischer Chevrolet-Nissan, a product of North Brevard schools who inspired those attending the first GUYS ARE GREAT and will do a repeat appearance. Fisher attended Apollo Elementary, Jackson Middle School, and graduated from Titusville High School in 1983. An outstanding swimmer during these years, Fischer went on to Florida State University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing in 1987. He will offer insight to the audience on his growing up years, obstacles and how he overcame them as well as career suggestions. Fischer is married and father of two.

Other activities include a segment of goal setting featuring two local outstanding youths who attended the prestigious J. Kyle Braid Leadership Ranch, both juniors at Titusville High School: Jarrell "Andre" Kirkland and Josiah Durhan. These young men will also guide the youngsters in learning to tie a necktie as well as conduct a rap session covering questions frequently encountered by pre-teens in social and school situations.

Financial Savvy will include advice from Primerica Financial Services.

Rounding out the day will be a parenting session with advice by Clarice Austin, owner of HorseSisters, who holds an AA degree in Human Services, Youth and Family from the University of Alaska as well as her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Rollins College. She moved to Titusville in 1993 from Alaska and since then has provided parenting and life sillls classes statewide. She has given a similar session to parents at the annual GIRLS ARE GREAT.

A pounding finale will be offered by Lowe's Home Improvement Center with craft session in addition to door prizes and ample refreshments. Cost is $3 per boy, two or more in same family only $5; accompanying adults are free.