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Community Outdoor Flea Market -Indian River County
Sunday of every month. 9:00 am- 2:00 pm Address: 744 South US Highway 1, Vero Beach, Florida
$15 dollars for a "SPOT" (Sell out of your "car trunk") or $25 for "SPACE" (two car spots, one in front of the other) Use Entrance by McDonald's off US1 Gallery is a Market Place filled with Vintage, Collectibles and much more! An eclectic Market Place. SET UP IS AT 8am...... Tell all your friends!
Mothers and Others Bridge Walk Sunday May 6, Time: 9:30 am Location: River Walk Center City of Fort Pierce
Address: 600 N Indian River Dr, Fort Pierce, Florida 34950
Bi-monthly Bridge walk! This is a great jaunt with a spectacular view, you may see porpoises and rays! Strollers, babywearers and preggos welcome. There will be some stretching before and after in front of the Veterans Memorial Park. Bathrooms on both sides of the bridge. Bring water and be prepared to sweat! Look for the mermaid Midwife
PSL Taste of the Islands Sunday May 6, Time: 12:00 pm Port St Lucie Civic Center, 9221 SE Civic Center Pl, Port St. Lucie, FL
Taste of The Islands is Created for Our Caribbean and Non- Caribbean Natives of Florida Who Enjoys the Many Dishes, Beverages, Spices & Culture of the Islands.Taste of the Islands will Feature a KidZ Zone, Live Entertainment Powered by Sensation Sound, Alongside Deej Sonny ,BobbySox Mvmts, and Renegade,Spinning the Best Reggae-Soca-Reggaeton & Kompa..Did I Mention there will also be a Live Steel Pan Band??. Local Artists Showcasing their Talent & a Domino Tournament....Come Out and Experience the Feeling of Being on The Islands With a Captivating Vibe
CROSSING FOR A CURE Sunday May 6, Time: 12:00 pm Location: Pareidolia Brewing Co., 712 Cleveland Street, Sebastian,
Cystic Fibrosis is a horrible disease. Help raise awareness and funds to try to find a cure while having a good paddle on the Indian River Lagoon. After the paddle join us for music, beer and raffle drawings to help raise money for the CURE! Register early and for $25 you'll get a tshirt and your first beer is on us.
Summer Crush Vinyard and Winery Sunday May 6, : 1:00 pm- 5:00 pm
Location: Summer Crush Vinyard and Winery,Address: 4200 Johnston Rd, Fort Pierce, Florida 34951
Smoothly blended harmonies, exciting primal rhythms, and organic bling like textures…
The Urban Gypsies Of Florida’s exhilarating improvisational style produces captivating performances.
Their distinctive mostly original styling’s create crazy fun times and continually surprise and delight the listener with innovative combinations of Tribal, Disco, Gypsy, Bluegrass, 70’s Rock, Folk, and Funk.
Urban Gypsies Of Florida’s smoothly blended harmonies, exciting primal rhythms, and organic bling like textures personify joyous crazy fun times. If you enjoy Rusted Root, Bill Monroe, Bob Marley, Pink Floyd, CSNY, Grateful Dead, John Prine and Harry Belafonte you will connect with their music.
Big Pine Band Sunday May 6, Time: 4:00 pm,Location: Indian Riverside Park
Address: 1707 Northeast Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, Florida 34957
The Big Pine Band performs a concert at The Mansion at Tuckahoe located in Indian River Side Park, Enjoy a festival atmosphere in a beautiful outdoor ampitheatre setting overlooking the Indian River.
Harry Potter Family Festival and Trivia Contest Saturday May 12, Time: 3:00 - 9:00 pm
Location: Okeechobee American Legion Post #64, 501 SE 2nd St, Okeechobee, Florida 34974
The Big Lake Interact Club is hosting it's First Harry Potter Family Festival and Trivia Contest! Proceeds will help the club present the Josh The Otter drowning prevention program to the children of Okeechobee, provide supplies for other service projects, and scholarships for high school seniors dedicated to serving the community. The Family Festival will feature kid friendly activities followed by a costume contest, table decorating contest, and trivia contest for Harry Potter lovers of all ages! With a Trivia Grand Prize of 4 tickets to Universal and Island of Adventure!!!
Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Treasure Coast Food Bank Saturday May 12, fill up the white bag left by your mail carrier
Time: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Treasure Coast Food Bank, 401 Angle Road, Fort Pierce, FL, 34947
The 26th Annual Letter Carriers Food Drive is Saturday, May 12th. Stamp Out Hunger is the largest one-day food drive in America. It's easy to contribute! Simply put your nonperishable food items by your mailbox and your letter carrier will collect them and deliver them to a food bank in your area.
Sunset Saturday Free Concert Series
Humiston Park, ,Address: 3000 Ocean Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963
The Sunset Saturday Night Free Concert Series in Vero Beach is a monthly music festival that is fun for the whole family! The Oceanside Business Association loves to promote Arts & Culture and we have the perfect outdoor venue for doing so located at Humiston Park on Ocean Drive in Vero Beach.
Come out and enjoy fantastic music once a month on a gorgeous Florida Saturday night. Outside food and beverages are discouraged in lieu of the many food venues and beverage bars which are on-site on concert nights. You will find different styles of music each month. When the music is over, you can enjoy a stroll down Ocean Drive, and maybe cruise on over to an after-party at one of our fabulous hotels, restaurants, and bars!
2018 Florida Super Regional Championships Saturday May 12, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Location: Havert L. Fenn Center, 2000 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, Florida 34982
Compete with the top Karate athletes in Florida at the 2018 Florida AAU Super Regional Championships. This is the last tournament to earn points towards the 2018 Florida AAU Karate State Championship in each division. The top 16 athletes in each division qualify for the 2018 AAU National karate Championships in Ft. Lauderdale.
St. Lucie Master Gardeners Hold Annual Plant Sale Saturday May 12, 8:00 am- 2:00 pm
Location: St. Lucie County Cooperative Extension Office, 8400 Picos Road
Along with the Master Gardeners' plants, local gardening and nursery businesses will be participating as vendors. Other activities include: A plant fashion show, a Taste of the Tropics, Garden Tours and more. Master Gardeners will also be on-hand to answer any plant-related questions.
Plants from the Master Gardener Nursery will be sold to raise money for scholarships in the local community. The Spring into Gardening Festival and Plant Sale is free and open to everyone. For details call 772-462-1660.
St Lucie County STEAM Fest Saturday May 12, 10:00 am- 3:00 pm
Location: Renaissance Charter School of St. Lucie, 300 NW Cashmere Blvd., Port Saint Lucie, Florida
The St Lucie STEAM Fest is a daylong festival to celebrate Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math! We will feature many exhibits and activities that children (and parents!) can touch and play with! This day is all about imagination, hands on experiences, innovation experiments that are showcased in fun and exciting ways!
Free Pet IDs Indian River County Saturday May 12, 10:00 am- 5:00 pm
Location: Capt Hiram's Resort,1580 US Highway 1, Sebastian, Florida 32958
Do you have a pet?If you lost them right now, would they hav a TAG on their collar to help in their safe return back to your loving home?If not- The Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County is holding a FREE PET ID event right here at our own Capt Hirams Hotel!
Pet need not be present to pick up your free TAG. At this event you will be able to register your ID TAG and help your furry friend find their way home if they ever get separated from you!
2nd Annual Classic Memories Car Show Saturday May 12, Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Dyer Chevrolet Ft. Pierce,Address: 4200 US-1, Fort Pierce, FL 34982
Join us for the 2nd Annual Classic Memories Car Show!!
Psychic Fair Indian River County Saturday May 12, 11:00 am- 5:00 pm
Location: Spark of Divine, LLC, 1789 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach, Florida 32960
All Readings $25
Education Foundation to Host All-Star Softball Game Saturday May 12, 3:00 pm
Location: First Data Field,525 NW Peacock Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
Education Foundation, St. Lucie County will be hosting a celebrity softball game to raise money for public school teachers and students. The game will feature an all-star lineup of St. Lucie Firefighters versus St. Lucie Public School Educators.
The first annual All-Star Softball game will be held at First Data Field (home of the Mets), on Saturday, May 12. Activities will begin at 3:00 pm with a variety of sponsors and vendors who support education. The softball game will begin at 4:00 pm and will be followed by a St. Lucie Mets game at 6:30 pm and fireworks after the game.
The Humane Society of St. Lucie's Port St. Lucie shelter (8890 NW Glades Cut-off Rd.) will be hosting a Walk In Vaccine Clinic Saturday, May 19th from 10:00am-2:00pm.
We offer veterinary services at an affordable rate and all proceeds from our clinic go back into caring for the homeless pets in our community.
Hurricane Preparedness Expo SATURDAY 06/02 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM--Civic Center,9221 S.E. Civic Center Place
Attend the City's 12th Annual Hurricane Preparedness Expo to view educational presentations and connect with some of the best businesses and emergency services providers on the Treasure Coast.
Contact Person (772) 971-7340
The seventh annual Southeast Bunfest is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at The Kane Center at 900 S.E. Salerno Road in Stuart. The festival, which is dedicated to rabbits and guinea pigs, includes educational seminars, a critter spa, a rabbit playground, glamour photos, a children’s zone, adoptable animals, raffles, a silent auction, vendors and food for sale. Educational seminars include how to make your rabbits happy, how to prepare your rabbits for disasters and how to care for your geriatric rabbits. Admission is $5, but kids ages 10 and younger get in free. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast. For more information, go to www.southeastbunfest.org.
The Colorado Crawl is 4-7:30 p.m. Saturday starting at Notes Music Room & Wine Bar at 872 S. Colorado Ave., in Stuart. Businesses from the 300 to the 800 block of Colorado Avenue will welcome crawlers with refreshments, goodies, giveaways and special offers. The walk from one end to the other takes 10-13 minutes, depending on walking speed. The cost is $10-12, includes a drink and souvenir and is cash only the day of the event. Crawlers must be at least age 21. For more information, call 772-320-9039 or go to www.facebook.com/StuartWineBar.
A “Frozen” event at Little Princess Spa is 10 a.m. to noon Sunday at 3213 N.W. Federal Highway, Unit 37, in Jensen Beach.Kids can meet and greet the ice queen and ice princess, sing along to the “Frozen” soundtrack, enjoy story time, participate in arts and crafts and wear their favorite princess dresses to have their ice queen and princess-inspired makeup, hair and manicures done.Tickets are $48 each. For more information, call 772-214-5872 or go to Little Princess Spa.
Enjoy dueling pianos concert--The Vero Vino Wine & Food Festival is hosting a dueling pianos concert, “Have Pianos, Will Duel,” from 6-8 p.m. Saturday at the Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach at 950 43rd Ave. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Selected high school students from Indian River County who attend an intensive jazz workshop will perform at the concert. Wine and refreshments will be available. Admission is free, but $10 donations are suggested. To RSVP, call 772-538-1181. The Vero Vino Wine & Food Festival is Nov. 17. For more information, go to www.verovinofestival.com.
The Treasure Coast Gator Club’s International Gator Day is 9-11 a.m. Saturday at the Oslo Road boat ramp in Vero Beach.Volunteer to help pick up litter at the boat camp and the surrounding area. Wear orange and blue weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable shoes. Bug spray, water and trash bags are provided. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/tcgatorclub.
“Masquerade Madness: A Night in Disguise,” the sixth annual Mommy Son Dance, is 6-8:30 p.m. Saturday at Indian River County IG Center at 1590 9th St. S.W. in Vero Beach. The dance also includes games, dinner and a keepsake portrait. Tickets are $42.80 per couple. For more information, call 772-226-1732 or go to Intergenerational Center.
Rock at outdoor concerts
Outdoor classic rock concerts are 6-9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday in front of Riverside Theatre at 3250 Riverside Park Drive in Vero Beach. Both evenings include live rock bands, plus food and drinks for sale. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. The concerts are rain or shine. For more information, call 772-231-6990 or go to www.riversidetheatre.com.
FLORIDA SALES TAX HOLIDAY TO PREPARE FOR ANY DISASTER JUNE 1 THRU 7TH
There's no time like the present and Florida's seven-day "disaster preparedness" sales tax holiday starts on the official first day of hurricane season.
From June 1-7, save on sales tax on eligible items including reusable ice packs, flashlights, gas containers, radios, tarps and generators. The values of the items vary.
The tax break, which is four days longer than last year's brief holiday, provides an incentive for being prepared. Along with the local and state sales tax savings you should also save time and hopefully avoid the eventual frenzy that comes with an impending storm.
According to Florida Tax Watch, a sales tax holiday makes it more likely Floridians will prepare. The state estimates residents will save $5.8 million during the weeklong event.
Florida’s disaster preparedness tax holiday The following qualifying items will be tax-free June 1-7 in Florida except for purchases at theme parks, airports, hotels and motels.
Learn more at Home.
Selling for $10 or less: Reusable ice.
Selling for $20 or less: Any portable self-powered light source (powered by battery, solar, hand-crank or gas) including candles, flashlights and lanterns.
Selling for $25 or less: Any gas or diesel fuel container, including propane and kerosene containers.
Selling for $30 or less: Coolers and ice chests for food storage. Batteries, including rechargeable batteries, listed sizes only (excluding automobile and boat batteries), such as AAA-cell, AA-cell, C-cell, D-cell, 6-volt, and 9-volt.
Selling for $50 or less: Bungee cords, ground anchor systems, two-way and weather band radios (powered by battery, solar or hand-crank), ratchet straps, tarps, tie-down kits, plastic sheeting including drop cloths and other waterproof sheeting.
Selling for $750 or less: Portable generators used to provide light or communications, or to preserve food in the event of a power outage.
Always exempt: Bottled water, canned food, peanut butter and other nonperishable items, first aid kits, baby food and formula and prescription and most over-the-counter medications.
Note: Eligible light sources and radios qualify for the exemption even if electrical cords are included.
A basic emergency supply kit for your home should include the following items:
One gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
Battery-powered or hand crank radio
Cell phone with chargers, inverter or solar charger
Flashlight and extra batteries
First aid kit
Whistle to signal for help
Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
Manual can opener
Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container
Cash and change
The sixth annual Treasure Coast Lionfish Safari is this weekend at Veterans Memorial Park and the River Walk Center at 600 N. Indian River Drive in Fort Pierce.
The safari, where divers compete for the biggest, smallest and most lionfish removed from the water, is sunrise to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Weigh-ins are at 4 p.m. each day. The awards ceremony is 5 p.m. Sunday, followed by the main raffle at 6 p.m.
The festival, which includes lionfish tastings, live bands, vendors, live lionfish, food booths, raffles, art and children’s activities, is noon to 7 p.m. both days. Learn more about the invasive species taking over our coastal water. Before the safari and festival, the mandatory captain’s meeting is 5:30 p.m. Friday at Sailfish Brewing Company, followed by a captain’s party from 6:30-9:30 p.m. The party includes live music, a silent auction and the release of Lionfish Pale Ale, brewed with roasted jalapeños, limes and cilantro. Diver registration fees are $125 for teams of four and $40 for individuals. To register, go to Home ~ Treasure Coast Lionfish Safari. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/treasurecoastlionfishsafari. Lionfish are an invasive fish species that are killing machines to other fish and coral - their only predator is US.
The World Oceans Day Celebration is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the St. Lucie County Aquarium at 420 Seaway Drive on South Hutchinson Island in fort Pierce. Enjoy behind-the-scenes and feeding tours at the aquarium, meet scientists from the Smithsonian Marine Station, do hands-on activities with local environmental organizations and get your feet wet by seine-netting in the Indian River Lagoon. Admission is $4 for adults and $3 for ages 55 and older and kids ages 4-17. For more information, call 772-465-3271 or go to Smithsonian Marine Station (SMS) at Fort Pierce.
The Causeway Boat and Marine Show is 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Causeway Cove Marina at 601 Seaway Drive in Fort Pierce.
The event includes a seafood festival, live music, a marine flea market and a boat show with new and used boats on display and for sale. Admission is free. For more information, call 954-205-7813 or go to causewayboatmarineshow.com.
Winestock, a day of peace, music and wine, is 1-5 p.m. Saturday at Summer Crush Vineyard & Winery at 4200 Johnston Road in Fort Pierce. The event includes groovy live music, yard games and food and drinks for sale. Break out the beads, bell bottoms and tie-dye shirts for a hippie costume contest at 3:30 p.m. The event is rain or shine. Proceeds benefit the Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation. For more information, call 772-460-0500 or go to www.summercrushwine.com.
The third annual Vero Beach Wine & Film Festival is this weekend at multiple locations across the city. This year’s theme is “A Life Worth Living.”
One of the films is “The Push,” an award-winning documentary about Grant Korgan, the first spinal-cord injured athlete to push himself 100 miles to the North Pole. Another is “American,” a narrative that puts the spotlight on an infamous time in U.S. history when Japanese Americans were forced into internment camps during World War II. The latter film features George Takei, a Japanese American who made his name years ago as Hikaru Sulu in the original "Star Trek" television series. Takei will be honored with the Living Legend Award on June 8 during a ceremony at Riverside Theatre. Proceeds benefit Suncoast Mental Health, an Indian River County nonprofit that provides counseling to children and their families. For more information, go to Homepage - Vero Beach Wine & Film Festival.
Central Florida Prime Softball and USFA is hosting the first PrimeTime College Summer Showcase this weekend at Historic Dodgertown at 3901 26th St., in Vero Beach.Games start at 8 a.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The weekend includes spotlight games led by college coaches and a Saturday night pool party with music, vendors and food.
Gate fees are $10 per day or $20 for the three-day event. For more information, call 352-255-7806 or go to usfastpitch.com.
The 15th annual Hurricane Expo is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Indian River Mall at 6200 20th St., in Vero Beach. Local businesses and organizations will educate the community about the importance of preparation and planning during hurricane season. For more information, go to Indian River Mall.
The Treasure Coast Wind Ensemble’s “British Invasion” performance is 7 p.m. Friday at the Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center at 1707 16th St. The Treasure Coast Wind Ensemble is directed by Colbert Page Howell and consists of amateur and professional wind musicians from across the Treasure Coast. The concert also includes featured soloist Jacob Craig at the piano. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. For more information, call 772-564-5413.
The Endless Summer River Paddle & Sandbar Party is 9:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday starting at Jonathan Dickinson State Park at 16450 S.E. Federal Highway in Hobe Sound. Paddle from the park 5 miles down the northwest fork of the Loxahatchee River, and stop at floating refreshment and party boats along the way. Then, paddle to the Jupiter Sandbar party for a couple hours of food, drinks and live music before heading back to the park. The cost is $45 for Club Scrub members and $50 for non-members. For more information, call 561-313-7250 or go to clubscrub.org.
WEEKEND OF JUNE 15, 16 AND 17--- HAPPY FATHERS DAY WEEKEND!
The East Coast Dog Surfing Association’s St. Lucie Surf Dog Classic is 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday at Pepper Beach Park at 3302 N. A1A in Fort Pierce. The event includes a dog surfing competition, dog surfing lessons and a best-dressed beach dog contest. There will be three heats: tandem (surfer and pet), rookie and pro. All pets on the beach must be registered with a $5 donation. The competition fee is a $25 donation per pet. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of St. Lucie County. For more information, call 772-466-7387 or go to www.hsslc.org.
The third annual Sailfish Beer Mile starts at7 p.m. Fridayat Sailfish Brewing Company at 130 N. Second Street in Fort Pierce. The 1-mile run in downtown Fort Pierce includes a 6-ounce pour of beer (or root beer) every quarter-mile and ends at an after-party. Plus, get a race t-shirt and a finisher medal that’s also a bottle opener. Waves of runners will be released about every 20 minutes. Awards will be given to the top five men and women, top team and most team members. Plus, the funniest team costume wins a $100 gift certificate to the brewery.Registration is $45 in advance and $50 the day of the race. Proceeds benefit the St. Lucie County Education Foundation. For more information, call 772-577-4382 or go to www.facebook. com/sailfishbrewingcompany.
The Father’s Day Car & Jazz Fest is noon to 6 p.m. Sunday at Causeway Cove Marina at 6 01 Seaway Drive on South Hutchinson Island in Fort Pierce.Take your dads to an event filled with classic and customers cars, custom motorcycles, live jazz music, food vendors, watersports with Lisa’s Kayaks, children’s activities, local beer tastings and craft liquor tasting. Prizes will be awarded to the best in show, the best custom vehicle and the best classic car. Admission is $5 per car load. Registration for the car show is $15. Proceeds benefit MMPS Environmental. For more information, call 772-539-4704 or go to causewaycove.com.
Man Cave in the Vineyard is noon to 4 p.m. Sunday at Summer Crush Vineyard & Winery at 4200 Johnston Road north of Fort Pierce.The event features a car show, an art show, live music and food for sale. Vote for your favorite classic or collectible car. Trophies are given to the top five cars.Admission is a $2 donation. Car registration is $10. Proceeds benefit Vero Beach-based Raining Cats Rescue. The event is rain or shine. For more information, call 772-460-0500 or go to www.summercrushwine.com.
The Gone Fishing Event at Bass Pro Shops is 1-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at 2250 S.W. Gatlin Blvd., in Port St. Lucie. Learn the basics from knowledgeable staff during fishing seminars regarding electronics, youth fishing, proper rod and reel setup and seasonal strategies. Plus, there’s a catch-and-release pond, a photo download and children’s crafts while supplies last. Admission is free. For more information, call 772-785-7600 or go to www.basspro.com.
The Woodland Trails Park grand opening celebration is 9 a.m. Saturday at 1485 S.W. Calmar Ave., in Port St. Lucie.The 13-acre park, named by residents in the Woodland Trails community, is the city’s first new neighborhood park in more than a decade. It has nature trails, a dog park, a natural buffer, an open space play area, parking and pavilion with picnic tables, a playground, outdoor fitness equipment, restrooms and a sidewalk connection to Becker Road.For more information, call 772-8782277 or go to Woodland Trails | Port St. Lucie.
JessLee’s “Strong” album release concert starts at 8 p.m. Friday in the Port St. Lucie Civic Center’s Emerald Ballroom at 922 1 S.E. Civic Center Place. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Stuart resident JessLee was part of Blake Shelton’s team last season on NBC’s “The Voice” and has been visiting schools across Florida, where she’s been motivating kids to be physically, mentally and spiritually diligent through her S.T.R.O.N.G. program.The 45-minute concert by JessLee and her full band includes a compilation of covers and original songs, including songs from her upcoming E P and a sneak-preview of the music video for “My Favorite Song” weeks before its official release. She has created a genre she calls “punktry,” which is best described as Avril Lavigne meets Carrie Underwood.After the concert, the Applebee’s at 10501 S. U.S. 1 in Port St. Lucie is hosting an after-party that includes a meet and greet with JessLee starting at 9:30 p.m.General admission is $25 for adults and $12 for students and military members. Proceeds benefit the S.T.R.O.N.G. program. For more information, go to jessleemusic.com/party.
The fifth annual Summer Solstice Drum Circle is 7-9 p.m. Sunday at Savannas Preserve State Park at 2541 Walton Road in Port St. Lucie. Celebrate the beginning of summer with local drumming enthusiasts. Bring your own drum if you have one, or enjoy the beats of others. Plus, experience an authentic Native American ceremony.Admission is $5, but kids younger than age 12 get in free. Minors must be accompanied by someone at least 21 years old. Bring your own non-alcoholic drinks. For more information, call 772398-2779 or go to www.facebook.com/ friendsofsavannas.
The 14th annual Waterlily Celebration is 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at McKee Botanical Garden at 350 U.S. 1 in Vero Beach.The festival includes hands-on repotting demonstrations, plant experts answering questions, a plant sale and plein air artists creating original works of art throughout the garden. Waterlilies have been at McKee since the 1930s, and the garden’s current collection has more than 80 varieties of waterlilies and more than 300 potted and 100 free-range plants. Admission is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors, $5 for children ages 3-12 and free for McKee members and children younger than 3. On Sundays, admission is free for all fathers and grandfathers. For more information, call 772-794-0601 or go to mckeegarden.org.
Celebrate Father’s Day with free rentals for dads from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Sea Sup Go at 40 Royal Palm Pointe in Vero Beach. Rentals for the rest of the family are $25 for the first hour and $10 per additional hour, plus tax. For more information about the paddle and surf company, call 772-217-8708 or go to www.seasupgo. com.
The Fascinating World of Bats, part of the EcoTALKS speaker series, is 11 a.m. Saturday at the Environmental Learning Center at 255 Live Oak Drive in Vero Beach.Learn facts about bats from the Florida Bat Conservancy, such as they can eat up to 3,000 insects in a night. Admission is $5 for adults and kids ages 12 and older, $3 for kids ages 2-11 and free for kids younger than 2, ELC members, ELC volunteers and those with proof of financial need. For more information, call 772-589-5050 or go to Environmental Learning Center - Welcome.
Vero Pride’s Party at the Pantheon is 7-11 p.m. Saturday at the Vero Beach Heritage Center & Citrus Museum at 2140 14th Ave.The party includes professional drag queen comedy and dance shows, a DJ and dancing, a full open bar, a kombucha station, catered Greek food and door prizes. All-inclusive tickets are $55 each. The after-party is 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Kilted Mermaid at 1937 Old Dixie Highway. Bring your ticket stub from the party to get discounts on food and drinks.The next day is Sunday Funday Pride Fest from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Heaton’s Reef at the Vero Beach Hotel & Spa at 3500 Ocean Drive. It includes beach games and a DJ and dancing, plus food and drinks for sale. For more information, go to veropride.com.
The Council on Aging of Martin County’s Brain Olympics is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Kane Center at 900 S.E. Salerno Road in Stuart.Exercise your brain by playing chess and trivia games with neurologists and doctors. Plus, work out your body with tai chi. A light lunch will be served.For more information on the free event, call 772-223-7800 or go to www.kanecenter.org/brain-olympics.
The D repung Gomang Monastery Monks’ Sacred Arts Tour ends this weekend at the Fish House Art Center at 4745 S.E. Desoto Ave., in Port Salerno.Immerse yourself in Tibetan Buddhist culture and watch the monks create a sand mandala. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/fishhouseartcenter.
Adoption Event Benefiting H.A.L.O's Felines
H.A.L.O. No Kill Rescue
Date: today through Saturday June 16, 2018. Time: All Day Event
Location: H.A.L.O. No-Kill Rescue 710 Jackson Street, Sebastian, FL 32958
Please join HALO's Adoption Event Benefitting HALO's felines. All adoption fees will be waived on ANY cat over 1 year.
As kitten season comes into full swing, it's the adults that suffer. As cute as a kitten is, for a real personality match with no drama... ADULTS are the purrfect choice. Please take advantage of this great promotion and add a little more love into your home! All cats will be fixed, up to date on all vaccines, tested, and microchipped.
772-589-7297 or Mall Cat Adoption Center 6200 20th Street Vero Beach, FL 772-778-8798
Food Trucks On The Square- every FRIDAY
Address: 10708 SW Tradition Sq, Port St Lucie, FL 34987, United States
Chow Down Food trucks is bringing in the A-Team of South Florida Gourmet Food Trucks to Tradition Square in Port Saint Lucie. Come enjoy the beautiful view and have dinner & dessert. Freshly prepared and every meal is cooked to order!!! Start serving from 5:00 PM. - 9:00 PM. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy gourmet food .... Let's the kid have fun with Bounce House, play ground, games & more kids activities.Music by super Dj playing top hits from soft to the upbeat music Refreshment Adult Beverages
MusicFest Downtown Stuart
Address: 50 SE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, Florida 34994 Time: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
FREE To the Public "MusicFest Downtown Stuart" Monthly Concert Series at Gazebo/ Bandstand Park (Between Confusion Corner & Courthouse) comes to life the Third Friday Each Month 5:00pm - 11:00pm with Live Entertainment, Beer & Wine, Food, and Kids Activities. Monthly themes change with different music styles performed under the picturesque park setting one block from Osceola Street & Colorado Avenue next to the Martin County Courthouse on East Ocean Boulevard. Lawn Chairs are Recommended. Coolers Not Permitted.
Screen on the Green: Free Outdoor Family Movie Night
Date: every Friday of every month.
Time: 6:00 pm Location: Renaissance Charter School of St. Lucie
Address: 300 NW Cashmere Blvd., Port Saint Lucie, Florida 34986
Screen on the Green will turn Renaissance Charter of St Lucie’s field into a theater under the stars!
Watch FREE screenings of your favorite movies and have fun with friends and family on Fridays during the summer! Bring a blanket or a chair and purchase snacks and beverages from our stocked concession stand or vendors! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! You do not have to attend RCSSL to join the fun!
Gates will open at 6 PM with the movies starting at dusk. Movie Schedule:
6/15: Sing 6/22: Alice Through the Looking Glass 6/29: Moana
The Summer Sensations Food and Beer Pairing is 6-9 p.m. Saturday at Sailfish Brewing Company at 130 N. Second St., in Fort Pierce. The brewery will closed to the public during the event. Restaurants, breweries and wineries from across the Treasure Coast will team up to show off their best pairing. Attendees will sample all 11 pairings and vote for their favorite. The event also includes live music. Tickets are $40 each. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County. The event is limited to 200 attendees. For more information, call 772-577-4382 or go to 2018summerfoodandbeerpairing. eventbrite.com.
The Scented Dragon’s Psychic Fair is 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday at the metaphysical gift shop at 6993 Hancock Drive in Port St. Lucie. The event includes tarot card readings, psychic intuitive, spirit mediums, aura photography, angel card readings, palm readings, astrology readings, numerology and palmistry. Readings cost $25-$30 each. The shop is in the same plaza as St. Lucie Battery on U.S. 1. For more information, call 772-877-2102 or go to www.facebook. com/scenteddragonpsl.
The Holiday Inn Summer Car Meet is 3-9 p.m. Saturday at 10120 U.S. 1 at the corner of Jennings Road in Port St. Lucie.The event includes authentic Puerto Rican food, cold beer and, of course, cars. Hot Weelz will be there to show off their best. Plus, the Holiday Inn will have special room rates for that night.Admission is free, but donations are accepted. Proceeds benefit Puerto Rico disaster relief. For more information, call 772-337-2200 or go to www.facebook. com/prfavorites.
Farm-style Family Day is 9 a.m. to noon Sunday at Sunny Creek Ranch at 25401 S.W. Tommy Clements St., in Indiantown.Admission is free. Pony rides are $5. Feed cups are $1. Chips, drinks and snow cones will be for sale. Proceeds benefit the care of the animals. Bring sunscreen and bug spray. For more information, call 772-204-5285 or go to www.facebook. com/sunnycreekranchllc.
Club Scrub’s (Almost) Full Moon Ride, BBQ & Bonfire is 6:30-11 p.m. Saturday at the Camp Murphy Trailhead at Jonathan Dickinson State Park at 16450 S.E. Federal Highway in Hobe Sound. The event includes a barbecue dinner, iced tea, lemonade, a bonfire with s’mores and biking trails for all skill levels. Enjoy a leisurely sunset ride, then grab your helmet lights for a night ride. The cost is $15-$30 dependingon Club Scrub membership and age. Kids younger than 7 are free. Gate fees aren’t included. To register, go to clubscrub.org.
The Martin County Master Gardeners’ Taste of the Tropics is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Martin County Fairgrounds at 2616 S.E. Dixie Highway in Stuart. The event includes tropical fruit tasting, information on growing tropical fruit in our area, tropical fruit trees for sale and a guest lecture. Admission and parking are free. For more information, call 772-288-5654 or go to www.facebook.com/martin. ifas.ufl.edu.
White Shirt Night is 6-9 p.m. Saturday at Taste Casual Dining at 11750 S.E. Dixie Highway in Hobe Sound.Have your white t-shirt, apron, hat or tote bag painted by one of 12 local artists, and meet them while they paint tropical scenes.General admission is $50. A sneak preview VIP reception from 5-6 p.m. is $100. Proceeds benefit Helping People Succeed. For more information, call 772320-0770 or go to www.hpsfl.org.
The Shake, Rattle & Rock ‘N’ Roll doowop outdoor concerts are 6-9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Riverside Theatre at 3250 Riverside Park Drive in Vero Beach. In addition to a Beach Boys tribute band Friday and an oldies rock and roll band Saturday, the event includes a cruise-in classic car show, ‘50s-style food, drink specials, spin wheel prizes and free craft beer samples from Walking Tree Brewery. Admission is free. The concerts are rain or shine. For more information, call 772-231-6990 or go to www.riversidetheatre. com.
Clean up Riverside Park at 10 a.m. Saturday at 3001 Riverside Park Drive in Vero Beach. Prizes will be awards to those who collect the most trash and bring the most people. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/kaseymikelle.
Surf Flick Sunday starts at 1 p.m. Sunday at Par eidolia Brewing Company at 712 Cleveland St., in Sebastian.Drink local craft beer as you enjoy a surfer movie on a big screen at the brewery on the last Sunday of each month this summer. For more information, call 772571-5693 or go to www.facebook.com/ pareidoliabrewing.
Stuart Green Market & Rockin Riverwalk: Live music will fill downtown Stuart all day Sunday, starting with Magnet & Steel 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Green Market, followed by Guavatron from 1-4 p.m. on the Riverwalk. Magnet & Steel is a steel drum and vocal duo while Gua vatron plays an innovative mix of rock, dance, electr onica and funk.
Unlimited Devotion at Terra Fermata: If you’re a Grateful Dead fan, or just a fan of jam bands with a jazz and funk influence, you’ll want to be at Terra Fermata Saturday night. Unlimited Devotion, based out of Miami, has earned a reputation as one of the best Grateful Dead inspired bands in the country. Although they pay tribute to the Dead and cover many of their songs, they prefer to improvise quite a bit and enjoy putting their own spin on the Grateful Dead songbook. Unlimited Devotion will play 7-10 p.m. June 23 at 26 S.E. 6th Street in Stuart. Admission is $10 per person. Rain is no longer a deal breaker at this outside venue as they have tented the stage and a portion of the seating area for the remainder of the summer. This show is for those 21 and up only.
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