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Yvette Jenkin By the time we’re deep into the “Fourth Quarter” of our lives, we may decide to adjust our living arrangements. Upkeep of a house, or even a condo, may get to be too much (or maybe we just get tired of it). Driving may become a challenge. Maybe we’d like someone else to do the cooking and cleaning. When that time approaches, we have many types of retirement communities to choose from, and how much we enjoy our new community will depend on making an informed deci

Lois Miles presents a red, white, and blue bouquet to speaker Michelle Auton, Veteran Service Officer, after her discussion of The Women at the November Book Review Breakfast, in honor of her service and Veterans Day on Nov. 11.  Michelle Auton, U.S. Army Veteran and Veteran Service Officer reviewed The Women by Kristin Hannah at the November Book Review Breakfast. While Michelle served in the 1990s, she was able to offer plenty of insight into the story of a Vietnam-era Arm

AAUW-Vero Beach Launched 2025-26 Season with Discussion of Life’s ‘Fourth Quarter’   About 40 women attended the Luncheon featuring Tana Wagner and Candi Alexander, both of the VNA, discussing ways to make the most of the “Fourth Quarter” of our lives.   While there are lots of resources to help us navigate earlier phases, when it comes to the later stages of our lives, perhaps not so much. And what little we do find may or may not be accurate, depending on the source. Knowin

What a fabulous Kick-Off event we had, welcoming back old friends and new members. Our theme for this year is “Friendship”: Why? Because we have an amazing organization with over a hundred members, and we all can use more friends.   This season promises to be one of great interest. If you haven’t yet attended an event, take a moment to look at the upcoming events on this website and sign up for an event or put a Book Review Breakfast on your calendar. You’ll be glad you did!

Dana King, journalist and sculptor, will review All Blood Runs Red: The Legendary Life of Eugene Bullard—Boxer, Pilot, Soldier, Spy , by...

“International Holiday Celebration”  featuring several members sharing holiday traditions – and maybe recipes! Stay tuned for time,...

Carol Ludwig, Executive Director of the Vero Beach Center for Spiritual Care, will review How We Learn to be Brave , by Mariann Budde....

11:30am, lunch $25 Featuring Kenneth Grudens, Executive Director of the Indian River Land Trust, and Melissa DePriest, Chief Development Officer. In 2025 we celebrated the Centennial of Indian River County. One of the most prominent aspects of Indian River County is in its very name: Indian River. In 1990, the Indian River Land Trust was formed to protect that land that protects the Indian River Lagoon. The Land Trust promotes the conservation of the Lagoon for the residents

Dr. Edith Widder, Senior Scientist with ORCA, will review the book she wrote, Below the Edge of Darkness   Don’t miss this opportunity to...

“ Africa Travelogue ,” featuring the travels and photos of members Jane Howard, Karen Nuccitelli and Charlotte Jones, who will share...

Ellen Contreras of Treasure Coast Connector will review The Little Girls’ Guide to Entrepreneurship: What I Now Know That I Sure Wish I...

Written and performed by Kristin Finger and Alli Soowal   Come, celebrate friendship — in all its glory and hilarity! One of the most amazing things in life is finding that person who is not only your best friend; but also your soulmate, a sister, and a person who will shower you after a major surgery. She might be the same one you giggled with in middle school, your high school or college bestie, or someone you met as an adult, and everything just clicked. Spend an hour with

In an era of political and cultural polarization, how can we manage our social (and online) interactions in a positive way? Speakers will...

April 10, April 25 Now you can choose to join AAUW Vero Beach once or twice in Playing the New Card! April 10, 2026 — 10:30am – 2:00pm Bent Pine Country Club 6001 Clubhouse Dr. Vero Beach, FL 32967 Registration opens January 3. OR April 25, 2026, 10:30am – 2:00pm Vero Beach Yacht Club 3601 Rio Vista Blvd. Vero Beach, FL 32963 Registration opens February 21. Both events feature rounds of play, a delicious chef-prepared lunch, more rounds of play, and prizes! And all proceeds g

MORE DETAILS TO COME! If you wish to pay by check, please send your check for $25 to AAUW VERO BEACH, PO Box 2143, Vero Beach, FL 32961...