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From the March-April CVnews 2007 issue, download the PDF version for all the articles

Spring has sprung at Mangos Fashion Boutique! Mangos located at 319 Brevard Ave. next to the gazebo specializes in women's clothing and accessories, especially cruise and resort wear. Fabrics range from linen to denim. Some of the lines of clothing they carry are Cut Loose, Barbara Lesser Fibers, Jams World, Cactus, Focus, Tianello and Weekend Traffic. MaryAnn, one of the owners tells us that Fresh Produce is on the way for summer.

The new owners are having their Grand Opening Celebration Saturday March 24th, from 3-7pm. That would be the perfect time to stop by and check out the new shoe lines Me Too and Naughty Monkey Shoes. For more information the new telephone number is 321-639-3292.

Spring means Easter is coming. If you are helping the Easter Bunny make some baskets consider going by Annie\x92s Toy Chest. Theresa tells us that she has Easter plush animals in stock and has classics such as Silly Putty, gliders, wind up toys and hand blasters as well as retro candy for children of all ages. There are new toys coming as well. The Toy Fair just ended in New York and the new toys from the show will be arriving in the store over the next couple of weeks. Two of the new, hot toys and games already in the store are Web Kinz by Ganz and Tivitz Math game. Annie's Toy Chest is the only store in the area that currently has Tivitz in stock.

Annie's Toy Chest is the only store in the area that currently has Tivitz in stock.

The Cocoa Village Day Spa on Florida Ave. is expanding and is looking for hair stylists and nails techs. If you are interested in renting a booth contact Maria at Café Unique.

What are you doing for St. Patrick\x92s Day? The Historic Cocoa Village Association (HCVA) and Space Coast Honda are sponsoring a celebration in Riverfront Park on March 17th from 6-9pm. There will be food, music by Absolute Blue!, games for kids and much more. If you are interested in being a vendor at this event or helping to sponsor it contact Lorena at 321-631-9075 or visit www.cocoavillage.com/events/FridayFunFest.html

Have you and your dog been to Yappy Hour? Yappy Hour is sponsored by Freida's Pet Boutique and is Happy Hour for dogs and their owners. The event is held monthly, each month has a different theme and benefits animals rescue groups in the area. The March event will be at Murdock's on March 24th, from 5:30-8:30pm. And the proceeds will go to the Mid Florida Sheltie Rescue. For more information call 321-637-1008.

Spring Fling will be April 1st from 2-5pm in the Gazebo on Brevard Ave. There will be a Pet Parade, Easter Hat contest and Bunny will be there for photos. Prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each contest. There will also be a special prize for "Most Foolish Pet Outfit" and "Most Foolish Hat For April Fool's Day".