Author: <span>Deborah Maldonado</span>

Get your shirts, your shorts, your board and hit the beach after strolling through the gigantic display at Ron Jon Surf Shop in Cocoa Beach. It’s not just shopping, it’s an adventure. The Florida Surf Museum is located in the huge store, displaying memorabilia from decades of surfing on the Space Coast and beyond. TOM WILBY

Time & tide

Post author:Deborah Maldonado
Post published:November 20, 2025
Post category:In Memoriam Inspirational

Only a few fortunate souls really knew Ron DiMenna. But to the people along the Space Coast, throughout Florida — and around the world — he was the iconic entrepreneur and king of the surfing lifestyle as founder of Ron Jon Surf Shop.

Thomas Moran [1837-1926]. Moonlight in Venice, 1898, oil on wood board. THOMAS H. AND DIANE DEMELL JACOBSON PHD FOUNDATION

Near & far

Post author:Deborah Maldonado
Post published:November 20, 2025
Post category:Holiday Museums

The arts scene sparkles this season with an exciting mix of exhibitions and events designed to inspire and delight art lovers. Stuart’s Elliott Museum will transport guests from the ancient splendor of Wonderful Things…

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Post author:Deborah Maldonado
Post published:November 20, 2025
Post category:Holiday Theater Treasure Coast Personalities

On Oct. 6, audiences across the country were informed and moved by six student-written, student-read, one-act plays, chosen from more than 3,000 entries to the Enough! Plays to End Gun Violence competition. Among the six plays was Nobody Cares About Death, written by Hobe Sound’s Ian Hodges.

BACK COUNTRY BY ROBERT ADAMS- Holiday 2025

Post author:Deborah Maldonado
Post published:November 20, 2025
Post category:Back Country Holiday

A spring fed by an artesian well maintains a steady temperature of 70 degrees year-round, creating a tranquil oasis. Palms and ferns line the water’s edge, with oak and pine trees in the background.

Experience the wonder and joy of Garden of Lights – Heathcote Botanical Gardens' 3D light display with thousands of lights depicting delightful scenes. Bring your camera to capture the lighted scenes from Friday, Dec. 5, through Sunday, Dec. 28.The gardens are open Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights from 5:30-9. Call 464.4672 for more information. JOHN FURLONG, TREASURE COAST PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER

DATEBOOK – Holiday 2025

Post author:Deborah Maldonado
Post published:November 20, 2025
Post category:Datebook

Upcoming Events: Nov. 21 - Jan. 2, 2026

The high-energy musical On Your Feet! in 2024 was indicative of Riverside Theatre’s crowd-pleasing shows each season. RIVERSIDE THEATRE

That’s entertainment

Post author:Deborah Maldonado
Post published:November 20, 2025
Post category:Holiday Theater

In addition to multiple theater programs and community theaters, the Treasure Coast is home to three professional venues: Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach, the Sunrise Theater in Fort Pierce, and The Lyric Theatre in Stuart. Tickets to see the talent and variety they showcase are a memorable gift or special occasion idea.

Vibrant antipasto is perfect for no-fuss entertaining. DANIELLE ROSE PHOTOS

Holiday Grazing, Italian Style

Post author:Deborah Maldonado
Post published:November 20, 2025
Post category:Holiday Indian River Kitchen

From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, there is an endless procession of traditional meals, celebrations, and sweet treats. It all happens so fast, we often forget to stop and enjoy it.

Giftology

Giftology-Holiday 2025

Post author:Deborah Maldonado
Post published:November 19, 2025
Post category:Holiday

Step into the joy of the holidays with confidence, knowing the perfect gift is out there for everyone you care about.

Feast your eyes on this path into the bonsai garden at Heathcote Botanical Gardens in Fort Pierce. The display was designed and created by volunteers. DAVE MARTIN

Lights, Music & Joy

Post author:Deborah Maldonado
Post published:November 19, 2025
Post category:Holiday

Everyone has more than enough on their plates but take some time to make memories by treating yourself and the family to the sparkling holiday events happening around the Treasure Coast.

In Memory, With Thanks

Post author:Deborah Maldonado
Post published:November 19, 2025
Post category:Publishers Note

It takes a village, the saying goes. As Thanksgiving approaches and we begin celebrating our company’s 20th anniversary, we pause to remember those who are no longer with us but helped us along the way. Some were the subjects of our stories who became fast friends and supporters. Others served as goodwill ambassadors.