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Local boat parades light up the waters for the holidays on Saturday, Dec. 9, about 6 p.m. in St. Lucie County along the Fort Pierce Inlet. View the parade from the Veterans Memorial Park, South Bridge, Causeway Park, or anywhere along the north side of South Hutchinson Island. Boats turn at the Square Grouper and go back. In Indian River and Martin counties the parades are on Saturday, Dec. 16. The Indian River County parade starts at 6 p.m. just north of the Merrill Barber bridge and follows the same route south on the Indian River as it did in previous years. The Martin County boat parade starts at 6:30 p.m. at the downtown Stuart public docks and proceeds down the St. Lucie River to Manatee Pocket. The judging takes place at Sandsprit Park. For more information see the maps at www.miatc.org.

NOTE: Performances and events may be abruptly canceled, contact the event host or visit its website to be sure the event is still on and times have not changed.

Please call or visit the websites of the below venues for any updates in time, place or other details. Although we can’t promise to have every event in here, we have many of them. Not responsible for errors

CONTINUING EVENTS

• Art Gallery Exhibits: All year at the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center, Port St. Lucie.

• Protect our Peninsula: Carlton Ward Jr./Mac Stone Exhibit – Elliott Museum, Stuart. Through Dec. 18. 225.1961

• The Imaginative Worlds of M.C. Escher: Infinite Variations – Vero Beach Museum of Art. Through Dec. 30. 231.0707

• All Around Town – An art exhibition at the Emerson Center, Vero Beach. Featuring familiar places and spaces. Reception Nov. 8, 5:30 p.m. Through Jan. 3, 2024. 778.5249

• Art for Living – See the stunning artwork from the Art for Living Calendar at the Elliott Museum. Through April 1. 225.1961

• The Imaginative Worlds of M.C. Escher: Infinite Variations – Vero Beach Museum of Art. Through Dec. 30. 231.0707

RECURRING

Saturday

• Farmers Market, green market and Jazz Market Arts and Crafts – Melody Lane, downtown Fort Pierce. Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-noon; Jazz Market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Live jazz at the gazebo November through April. 940.1145

• Farmers Market Oceanside – Ocean Drive at Humiston Park, Vero Beach. Year round, 8 a.m. to noon. 410.8376

• Farmers Market Hobe Sound – Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 341.2421

• Behind the Scenes Tours – St. Lucie County Aquarium, Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. Call first. 462.3474

• Indian River Lagoon Research Boat Tours – A fun and educational experience at Harbor Branch north of Fort Pierce, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Call 242.2293 for information.

• Pontoon Boat Trips – Environmental Learning Center, Wabasso, various times. Go to discoverelc.com and click on pontoon boat rides. Reserve by calling 589.5050.

• Treasure Coast Model Railroad Club – Clubhouse at 273 Becker Road. Ever-changing layout with trains in action, open for public viewing, free, 10 a.m. to noon. Best to call first. 621.9636

• Fin-Tastic Feeding – Fish feeding at Manatee Observation Center, Fort Pierce at 2 p.m. 429.6266

Second Saturday

• Vintage Market and Green Market –14th Avenue and 20th Street, Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 643.6782

• Cars and Coffee – Elliott Museum parking lot, Stuart, 8 to 10 a.m. Call first. Go to hsmc-fl.com for information. 225.1961

• Saturday Night Concerts – In front of Humiston Park, Vero Beach, 5-8 p.m. presented by the Vero Beach Chamber of Commerce November through April. Concert plus food and drink vendors. Bring a chair. 226.5459

Third Saturday

• Community Garage Sale – Minsky Gym, Darwin Boulevard, Port St. Lucie, 8 a.m. to noon. Call first. 344.4142

• New Tradition Market – The Landing, Tradition. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. No phone number given.

Third Saturday

• Jammin' at Oxbow – Monthly community guitar and acoustic instrument jam for all levels of experience [watchers welcome, too] at the Oxbow EcoCenter, 5400 NE St. James Drive, Port St. Lucie, 1-3 p.m., through April 20. 785.5833

Last Saturday

• Science Saturday – a mini-festival at the Ocean Discovery Center at Harbor Branch with hands-on activities and marine scientists. Free. January-April, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call first. 242.2293

Every Sunday

• Concert Series at Museum Pointe Park, Fort Pierce. Ten free concerts. Featuring 20 top talents from Grammy Award winner and nominees to international performers with a wide range of music genres. The series continues through Nov. 5. Opening acts, 2:30 p.m.; headliners at 5 p.m. Live music at a waterfront park, arts and crafts activities at the kids’ corner, shopping from local retailers and art vendors, and a food truck lineup. Bring chairs. Free parking across the street at Causeway Cove Marina. Hosted by the county, the City of Fort Pierce and the St. Lucie Cultural Alliance. Partly funded by the Levitt Foundation. 462.2783

• Pickleball Lessons - Beginners, 6-7 p.m. September and November at the Fenn Center, Fort Pierce. For details, call 462.1521.

• Market on Main – [Formerly Stuart Green Market] featuring produce, crafts and more. Flagler Park at 221 SW Flagler Ave. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Kids’ Market first and third Sundays. Stuartmainstreet.org

• Tradition Neighborhood Market – Farmers Market and Arts and Crafts, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., winter; and 1 p.m., summer; S.W. Village Parkway at The Landing across from Michaels and Target. Traditionneighborhoodmarket.com 828.0188.

Second Sunday

• Jensen Beach Art League Show – at the Elliott Museum, November-April, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call first. 486.5240

• Folk Jam – Savannas Preserve State Park, 3-4:30 p.m. Bring an instrument or just come and listen. Held on the porch at the education center on Walton Road. Call first. 398.2779

Fourth Sunday

• One-Stop Garage Sale – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center garage, 9:30-1:30 p.m. 344.4142

Last Sunday

• Sundaes on Sunday – Live music and sundaes at Tradition Gazebo, 5-7 p.m. See Tradition events calendar.

Various Sundays

• Art in the Park – Vero Beach Art Club at Humiston Park. Stroll and enjoy the fine arts and crafts of club members. This is held on various Sundays, October to April, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See the schedule at verobeachartclub.org/art-in-the-park.

Every Monday

• Pickleball Lessons – Beginners, 6-7 p.m. September and November at the Fenn Center, Fort Pierce. For details, call 462.1521.

• St. Lucie Aquarium Feeding Frenzy Tours – at the aquarium in Fort Pierce, January, February and March only, 10:30 a.m. 462.3474

Every Tuesday

• Special Populations Meet-up – Sportsman’s Park, ages 5-10, for structured and free play. $8 per person but payments can’t be accepted at the park. Must register online or in person at Minsky Gym first. Call 344.4142.

• Pickleball Lessons – Intermediate, 3-4 p.m. Advanced, 4-5 p.m. September and November at the Fenn Center, Fort Pierce. For details, call 462.1521

First Tuesday

• St. Lucie County Aquarium’s Smithsonian Exhibit of saltwater marine life in living native habitat – This is the once-a-month free admission day. This is also beach cleanup days for volunteers who want to participate from 8 to 10 a.m. 462.3474

Second Tuesday

• Jazz – Sunrise Theatre Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce Jazz and Blues Society. November-May at 7 p.m. For tickets, call 461.4775.

• Sunset Concerts at the Gallery – Martin Courthouse Cultural Center. See MartinArts.org for updates. September through May at 5:30 p.m. Call for dates, 287.6676.

Second and Fourth Tuesday

• Jazz – Sunrise Theatre Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce Jazz and Blues Society. December–April at 7 p.m. For tickets, call 461.4775.

Third Tuesday

• Bonsai Collection Tour – Tour the extensive James Smith Bonsai collection at Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce, and learn the history and enjoy the amazing shapes, 2-4 p.m. November-May. 464.4672

Tuesdays through Saturdays

• Harbor Branch Tour – A 1.5-hour tram tour of the 144-acre campus for adults and children 10 and older. Learn the history of the oceanographic institute, learn about its research and the impact on human lives; 10:30 a.m. to noon. Cost is $25 per person. Must reserve the day before by calling 242.2293 before 4 p.m.

• St. Lucie Aquarium – Feeding Frenzy Tours, April-December at 10:30 a.m. 462.3474

Every Wednesday

• Car Show at the Beach – Elliott Museum, Stuart. Oct. 4 through May 29, 4-7 pm. 225.1961

• Ocean Science Lecture Series – January through March at 4 p.m. Learn from Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute scientists and hear about their latest discoveries. Call for lecture details. 242.2293

• Green Market and Food Co-op – Marina Square, Fort Pierce, 12-6 p.m. Call for update. 971.8480

• Guided Tour of History Exhibits – Elliott Museum, Stuart, 11 a.m., meet at front desk. hsmc-fl.com. Call first. 225.1961

• Volunteer Gardening Day – Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-noon. Volunteer orientation is the third Wednesday of every month. Check heathcotebotanicalgardens.org 464.4672

• Fin-Tastic Feeding – Fish feeding at Manatee Observation Center, Fort Pierce at noon. 429.6266

First and Third Wednesday

• Tour of Historic Mansion of Tuckahoe – North end of Indian RiverSide Park in Jensen Beach. October through May, 10 and 11 a.m. Call to see if this is on before going. 463.3201

Every Third Wednesday

Second and Fourth Wednesday

• Jazz Jam Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society – Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 6:30-9 p.m. jazzsociety.org 337.1959

Every Thursday

• Jammin’ Jensen – downtown Jensen Beach, 6-9:30 p.m. 334.3444

• Vintage Auto Tour at Elliott Museum – Stuart, 11-11:45 a.m. 225.1961

Second Thursday

• River Nights – Veterans Park at Rivergate, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tranquil evening overlooking the St. Lucie River. Enjoy the fire, live musical entertainment, cash bar, with food available for purchase. Free, all ages welcome. Bring a chair. Runs October through April. 878.2277

• Harbor Branch Specialty Experiences – Learn about specific marine science topics during interactive workshop-like experience. Runs October-May, 1-2:30 p.m. Reservations required. $40 per person. 242.229.

Third Thursday

• Behind the Scenes Tour of Smithsonian Research Station – South Hutchinson Island, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. Suspended temporarily. Call for updates. Registration required: 462.3474 or 465.3271 or online: http://tinyurl.com/SmithReg

• A Walk in the Garden – Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce at 11 a.m., November through May. Take a walk through the gardens with the horticulturist or a docent. 464.4672

Every Friday

• Rock’n Riverwalk – downtown Stuart on the river, 1-4 p.m. Check before going https://www.facebook.com/stuartmainstreet/ 286.2848

• Indian River Lagoon Research Boat Tours – Harbor Branch north of Fort Pierce. 10:30 a.m. Call 242.2293 to reserve a seat.

• Guided Nature Walks – Jonathan Dickinson State Park, 2 p.m. Half-mile walks along the River Trail. Learn about the unique plants and animals. Well-behaved leashed dogs welcome. Meet at Kimball Center. 561.745.5551

First Friday

• FridayFest – Downtown Fort Pierce, 5:30-9 p.m. Call for rain date or to see if canceled. 466.3880

• First Friday Gallery Strolls – Old downtown Vero Beach, 6-8 p.m. Call first. 643.6782

• The Creek District First Friday Art and Entertainment ArtWalk – Downtown Stuart just south of Confusion Corner. Stroll and visit local businesses that are hosting artists, artisans, and performers and holding open houses. Refreshments, free samples, demos, 5-9 p.m. No phone listed.

• Tradition Food Trucks & Vendors – Tradition Square, 5-9 p.m. Bring a chair. 878.0188

Second Friday

• Coffee with the Mayor – Vero Beach. Heritage Center 8-9 a.m. 643-6782

• Coffee with PSL City Council – Port St. Lucie Community Center, 8:30 a.m. Call first. 871.5219

• Lunch and Learn – Manatee Center, Fort Pierce. Bring lunch. Call for topic. Noon, September-April. 429.6266, option 3

Third Friday

• Coffee with Mayor of Fort Pierce – Fort Pierce Yacht Club, Veterans Memorial Park, 8 a.m. September-May. 466.3880

• Art Walk – Visit the downtown Fort Pierce galleries on Second Street and the Peacock Arts District from 5-8 p.m. St. Lucie Cultural Alliance. 462.2783

• Tradition Food Trucks & Vendors – Tradition Square, 5-9 p.m. Bring a chair. 878.0188

• Creekside Chat – Volunteers chat with students in the outdoor classroom of the Manatee Observation Center, 2 p.m. 429.6266, option 3

• Art Walk – Vero Beach. 7 p.m. 538.1454

Fourth Friday

• Coffee with St. Lucie County Commission Chairman – SLCTV studio, Room 101, County Administration Building, Fort Pierce. 8:30 a.m. Call to find out how to attend. 462.1400

Last Friday

• Downtown Friday – 14th Avenue between 20th and 21st streets, Vero Beach, 5:30-8:30 or 9 p.m. 643.6782

Friday and Saturday

• Comedy Zone and Live in the Loop: Comedy Zone shows at 5:30 to 9 on Friday and Saturday with an additional 2-4 p.m. Saturday . Tickets for Comedy Zone: 231.6990. Live in the Loop – free outdoor concerts at Riverside Theatre property. Food and beverages for purchase; 5:30-9 p.m. Visit www.riversidetheatre.com for more details.

NOVEMBER

Thursday, Nov. 16

• Schoolhouse Rock Live! – College students bring to life this 1970s cartoon series that taught kids through clever songs. G-rated, for young audiences. Indian River State College- McAlpin Theatre in Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 462.4750

• Lend Me a Tenor – Hilarious mishaps when a star opera tenor arrives late. Barn Theatre, Stuart. 8 p.m. 287.4884

Friday, Nov. 17

• Jensen Beach Pineapple Block Party – Call the chamber of commerce for information, may be cancelled. 334.3444.

• Walter Trout – Former lead guitarist in John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers and lead guitarist for Canned Heat with his own unique sound plays his hits. Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Schoolhouse Rock Live! – Enjoy this 1970s cartoon series that taught kids through clever songs. G-rated, for young audiences. Indian River State College McAlpin Theatre in Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 462.4750

• Lend Me a Tenor – Hilarious mishaps when a star opera tenor arrives late. Barn Theatre, Stuart. 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Stars to Starfish – Hallstrom Planetarium, IRSC Fort Pierce. Explore the universe and the seas, and see how they connect, 7 and 8:30 p.m. 462.4750

• The Ultimate Christmas Variety Show – The Emerson Center in Vero Beach. 778.5249

Saturday, Nov. 18

• Concert: Sister Hazel; Soul Asylum – at MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. Tickets are $59 for reserved seating and $45 for general admission, plus tax and fees, and are available now. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and show starts at 7 p.m. 807.4488

• Kid Space: Stars to Starfish– Part of Hallstrom Planetarium’s program for children ages 4-12. Explore the Earth’s oceans and discover the ocean of stars above. Features the stars and constellations visible in the current evening sky. The planetarium is on Indian River State College’s Fort Pierce campus. 11 a.m. 462.4750

• Henry Rollins: Good to See You – Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Lend Me a Tenor – Hilarious mishaps when a star opera tenor arrives late. Barn Theatre, Stuart. 2 and 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Stars to Starfish – Hallstrom Planetarium, IRSC Fort Pierce. Explore the universe and the seas, and see how they connect. 1 and 2:30 p.m. 462.4750

• Magnificent Magnificats – Treasure Coast Community Singers, Trinity United Methodist Church, Jensen Beach, 3 p.m. Visit www.tccsingers.org to purchase tickets. 224.8807

• Schoolhouse Rock Live – You can introduce your kids to theater with this play about a 1970s cartoon series that taught kids through clever songs. Indian River State College- McAlpin Theatre in Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 462.4750

• Indian River Lagoon Science Festival – Free for all ages, a day of discovery with dozens of hands on activities. Held at Veteran’s Memorial Park, Riverwalk Center. See a marine mammal ambulance, control underwater remotely operated vehicles, control a robot with nerve impulses from your muscles, enjoy explosive science stage shows and so many more fascinating things. Yes, adults will love it too. Park at the downtown city garage and take a free trolley to the park.10 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.irlsciencefest.org

• Urso Natero – Pianist at Pineapple Playhouse, Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366

Sunday, Nov. 19

• Schoolhouse Rock Live – Introduce your kids to theater with this play about a 1970s cartoon series that taught kids through clever songs. Indian River State College: McAlpin Theatre in Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 462.4750

• The Great Gatsby Party: The Roaring Twenties – Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at the Emerson Center, 3 p.m. 778.5249

• Lend Me a Tenor – Hilarious mishaps when a star opera tenor arrives late. Barn Theatre, Stuart. 2 p.m. 287.4884

• Magnificent Magnificats – Treasure Coast Community Singers, St. Bernadette Catholic Church, Port St. Lucie. 3 p.m. Visit www.tccsingers.org to purchase tickets. 224.8807

• Urso Natero – Pianist at Pineapple Playhouse, Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366

Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 23

THANKSGIVING

Friday, Nov. 24

• Tom Segura Live – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775

• Garden of Lights at Heathcote – Fort Pierce. See the dazzling handcrafted lighted animals and intricate displays created for this year’s holiday season. Enjoy music, food trucks, loads of photo opportunities and Santa. Arrival times 5:30-8:30 p.m. 464.4672

Saturday, Nov. 25

• Comedy Corner – The Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 461.4775.

• An Elegant Affair – hosted by the Rising Up From Silence Foundation to support victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Contact RUFS foundation.com for details. MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center, Port St. Lucie. 7 p.m. 807.4488

• Golden Years Senior Dance – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center. 6 p.m. 807.4499

• Tom Segura Live – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775

Tuesday, Nov. 28

• A Christmas Carol – Maltz Jupiter Theatre. Delight in a reimagined concept of the classic story of redemption interwoven with dazzling special effects, traditional songs, strolling carolers and musicians. 7:30 p.m. 561-575-2223

• Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour – Saxophonist at Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7:30 p.m. 461.4775

Wednesday, Nov. 29

• A Christmas Carol – Delight in a reimagined concept of the classic story of redemption interwoven with dazzling special effects, traditional songs, strolling carolers and musicians. Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 561.575.2223

Thursday, Nov. 30

• A Christmas Carol –Delight in a reimagined concept of the classic story of redemption interwoven with dazzling special effects, traditional songs, with strolling carolers, special effects and traditional songs. Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 7:30 p.m. 561.575.2223

• Brubeck Brothers Quartet – Sons of jazz legend Dave Brubeck. Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Home for the Holidays – A musical holiday presentation by the college’s Jazz and Wind Ensemble at the McAlpin Theatre, IRSC, Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 462.4750

DECEMBER

Friday, Dec. 1

• Stuart Christmas Parade – Large highly decorated floats, many marchers and performers, starting at 7 p.m. It travels from Monterey Road to Georgia Avenue along East Ocean Boulevard. Stuartchristmasparade.com

• A Christmas Carol – Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 7:30 p.m. 561.575.2223

• The Nutcracker – The Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 10:30 a.m. School performance by Treasure Coast Youth Ballet. 461.4775

• The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – Hilariously heartwarming holiday adventure with unexpected results. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 465.0366

• Star of Wonder – Hallstrom Planetarium, IRSC Fort Pierce. An astronomer’s search for the mystery of the Nativity Star, a Hallstrom tradition since 1983. 7 and 8:30 p.m. 462.4750

• Home for the Holidays – A musical holiday celebration by the college’s Jazz and Wind Ensemble at the McAlpin Theatre, IRSC, Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 462.4750

• Light Up Night – Sebastian. Businesses go all out with their decorations and serve old-fashioned eggnog, cookies and other holiday goodies as well as offering special deals and sidewalk sales. 5:30-8 p.m. 589.5969

Saturday, Dec. 2

• Festival of Lights – a holiday celebration at MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center. Awesome annual event with the Parade of Lights and the lighting of the tree. Celebrate with your friends and neighbors and get a great start to the holidays. Songs and dances, music, fun photo opportunities, fireworks, a carnival, and shopping at vendor booths. Starts at 2 p.m., ends at 10 p.m. For questions about what this year’s event offers visit city’s website www.cityofpsl.com or call 807.4488

• Christmas Parade Vero Beach – A big parade with thousands of lights, large floats, performers, decorations. You’ll want your tripod and camera for this one. Begins at Flamevine and goes north along Ocean Drive to Live Oak. 7 p.m. sunriserotaryverobeach.org/christmas-parade

• Sebastian Christmas Parade – Travels on south on Indian River Drive from Main Street to Riverview Park. 6:30 p.m. www.cityofsebastian.org/CivicAlerts.aspx

• Hobe Sound Christmas Parade – Along Bridge Road at 1 p.m. www.hobesound.org/christmas-parade

• A Christmas Carol – A re-imagined version with sing-along. Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 2 and 8 p.m. 561.575.2223

• Christmas Tree Lighting at Tradition – Beautiful lights, laser show, live music, artisans, food trucks. 6 p.m. for lighting the tree, event is from 3-7 p.m. For changes from last year see www.traditionfl.com/events.

• The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – Hilariously heartwarming holiday adventure with unexpected results. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• ‘Tis The Season and Home for the Holidays – Start the afternoon with a musical holiday and sing-along celebration of some of the most loved songs of our time by the college’s Jazz and Wind Ensemble at the McAlpin Theatre at 2 p.m. Follow that with an elegant and festive reception from 4-6 p.m. Finish the day with a performance of Star of Wonder at the Hallstrom Planetarium at 4:30 or 6:30 p.m. IRSC, Fort Pierce campus.462.4750

• Junior Olympic Sailing Festival – U.S. Sailing Center, Jensen Beach. 8 a.m. 334.8085

• Star of Wonder – Hallstrom Planetarium, IRSC Fort Pierce. An astronomer’s search for the mystery of the Nativity Star, a Hallstrom tradition since 1983. 1 and 2:30 p.m. 462.4750

• Kid Space: Ornaments in the Sky – Part of Hallstrom Planetarium’s program for children ages 4-12. Bright objects decorate the skies in winter. Features the stars and constellations visible in the current evening sky. The planetarium is on Indian River State College’s Fort Pierce campus. 11 a.m. 462.4750

• Sebastian Brewfest – Riverview Park, noon to 4 p.m. sponsored by Rotary. 321.3916

Sunday, Dec. 3

• A Christmas Carol – Enjoy the sing-along. Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 2 p.m. 561.575.2223

• Sights and Sounds – Annual holiday celebration, tree lighting and parade with magic in the air and music all around in downtown Fort Pierce. 1-6 p.m. 466.3880

• The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – Hilariously heartwarming holiday adventure with unexpected results. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• Junior Olympic Sailing Festival – U.S. Sailing Center, Jensen Beach. 8 a.m. 334.8085

• Holidays at the Vero Beach Museum of Arts – Docent-led tour, art hunts with prizes, art-making activities in the museum art school, performances from local groups, food trucks. 1-4 p.m. 231-0707

• Home for the Holidays – Kick off the season with a musical holiday celebration of some of the most loved songs of our time by the college’s Jazz and Wind Ensemble at the McAlpin Theatre, IRSC, Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 462.4750

Tuesday, Dec. 5

• A Christmas Carol – Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 7:30 p.m. 561.575.2223

Wednesday, Dec. 6

• Depression and Holiday Stress: Healthy U – Port St. Lucie Community Center 6:30 p.m. Register: 878.2277

• A Christmas Carol – Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 561.575.2223

• Christmas with the Ricardos [Lucy and Desi] – Mischief and shenanigans in this great family show. Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7:30 p.m. 461.4775

• Ben Baily – Former host of Cash Cab. Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Holiday Joy – Port St. Lucie Community Band at IRSC McAlpin Theatre, featuring the magic and merriment of the holidays 7 p.m. 462.4750

Thursday, Dec. 7

PEARL HARBOR DAY

HANUKKAH BEGINS

• A Christmas Carol – Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 7:30 p.m. 561.575.2223

• The Prophecy Show: The Music of Trans-Siberian Orchestra –The Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 7:30 p.m. 461.4775.

• River Nights – Get away from the holiday rush by attending the free River Nights at Veterans Park at Rivergate. Bring your own chair and watch the stars while listening to music. Food and drink available for purchase. 5:39-8:30 p.m. 578.2277

Friday, Dec. 8

• A Christmas Carol – Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 7:30 p.m. 561.575.2223

• Tinsel & Tidings: A Community Concert – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Star of Wonder – Hallstrom Planetarium, IRSC Fort Pierce. An astronomer’s search for the mystery of the Nativity Star, a Hallstrom tradition since 1983. 7 and 8:30 p.m. 462.4750

• A Peter White Christmas – The beloved show hits its 20th anniversary. With Mindi Abair and Vincent Ingala. Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 6 and 8:30 p.m. 286.7827

• Three Dog Night – Live in Concert – The Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 461.4775

• The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – Hilariously heartwarming holiday adventure with unexpected results. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 465.0366

Saturday, Dec. 9

• Boat Parade in St. Lucie County – Don’t miss this annual parade along the Fort Pierce Inlet. View from the Veterans Memorial Park, South Bridge, Causeway Park, or anywhere along the north side of South Hutchinson Island. Boats turn at the Square Grouper and go back. See the map at www.miatc.org for more information. Starts at about 6 p.m.

• Holiday Shopping at Riverside Park – Vero Beach. Handcrafted goods including jewelry, clothing and unique merchandise. Music, food, and you can drop off non-perishable foods at the chamber of commerce food tent for the Treasure Coast Food Bank. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 561.792.9260

• A Christmas Carol – Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 2 and 8 p.m. 561-.575.2223

• Tinsel & Tidings: A Community Concert – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Star of Wonder – Hallstrom Planetarium, IRSC Fort Pierce. An astronomer’s search for the mystery of the Nativity Star, a Hallstrom tradition since 1983. 1 and 2:30 p.m. 462.4750

• Andy Summers – The Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 461.4775

• The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – Hilariously heartwarming holiday adventure with unexpected results. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. 465.0366

• Splendor of the Season – Treasure Coast Community Singers at McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce, 3 p.m. 224.8807

Sunday, Dec. 10

• A Christmas Carol – With strolling carolers and musicians and a sing-along. Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 2 p.m. 561.575.2223

• Tinsel & Tidings: A Community Concert – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

• Allman Betts Family Revival – The Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 461.4775

• The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – Hilariously heartwarming holiday adventure with unexpected results. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• Holiday Shopping at Riverside Park – Vero Beach. Handcrafted goods including jewelry, clothing and unique merchandise along with music and food. You can drop off non-perishable foods at the chamber of commerce food tent for the Treasure Coast Food Bank. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 561.792.9260

• Family Friendly Classical Holiday Concert – Atlantic Classical Orchestra at St. Edward’s School Waxlax Theatre. Traditional holiday music in a friendly, casual atmosphere. Enjoy many of your yuletide favorites. 3 p.m. 843.224.3524.

• Christmas Celebration – including handbells. Community Church of Vero Beach. 7 p.m. 469.2320

• Splendor of the Season – Treasure Coast Community Singers at Ross Hall, Pittenger Center, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Stuart, 3 p.m. 224.8807

• Toy Run – hosted by the St. Lucie County Sheriffs’ Police Athletic League. Motorcycles start at ARS Powersports, 3525 U.S. 1 in Fort Pierce at 11 a.m. and head for the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds on West Midway Road. Bring an unwrapped gift for underprivileged children. 465.1585

Tuesday, Dec. 12

• Holiday Concert – Gallery at Courthouse Cultural Arts Center, Stuart. Featuring the Treasure Coast Flute Choir with flutes of all shapes and sizes. 5:30 p.m. Registration required. 287.6676

Wednesday, Dec. 13

• Lewis Block: Off the Rails – Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• An Italian Christmas Night – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. No time given. 461.4775

• Magic of McKee, Festival of Lights – Members night. Thousands of lights, holiday displays and decorations, intermittent snow flurries, outdoor holiday movies, organ music and local entertainment, large-scale model train, tasty holiday treats. 6-8 p.m. 794.0601

Thursday, Dec. 14

• Trash Travels – Discovery Visitors Center at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. Discover how today’s disregarded debris becomes tomorrow’s conservation calamity. Participants will look for synthetic materials, like microplastics, in water samples, and explore how small changes in our daily lives can keep the sea free of debris. Arrive at 12:45 p.m. Ends at 2:30 p.m. Visitors 18 and older must bring photo identification. 242.2293

Friday, Dec. 15

HANUKKAH ENDS

• Port St. Lucie in Lights – See the most awesome PSL in Lights festivities yet at the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center: festivities plus an hour concert featuring Forever Motown – A Holiday Celebration, a world-class vocal group comprised of past and present members of Motown's most legendary groups, The Temptations, The Marvelettes, and The Spinners. The special night of holiday music includes a North Pole freeze dance, a visit from Santa, a faux snowball zone, the Festive Pet Contest, children’s crafts and activities, and more. And, see some of the most over-the-top residential holiday light displays in the city. Decked out with lights, this a is great backdrop for happy holiday family photos. For a list of songs you’ll know, see https://tinyurl.com/PSLHolid From 5:30-9 p.m. 807.4488

• Tinsel & Tidings: A Community Concert – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Magic of McKee, Festival of Lights –Thousands of lights, holiday displays and decorations, intermittent snow flurries, outdoor holiday movies, organ music and local entertainment, large scale model train, tasty holiday treats. 6-8 p.m. Last admission at 7:30 p.m. 794.0601

• Art After Dark – Vero Beach Museum of Art. Outdoor digital art exhibition, with an expanded list of eighteen new global artworks from several countries. 231.0707

• The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – Hilariously heartwarming holiday adventure with unexpected results. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 465.0366

Saturday, Dec. 16

• Boat Parades in Indian River and Martin counties – The Indian River County parade starts at 6 p.m. just north of the Merrill Barber bridge and follows the same route south on the Indian River as it did in previous years. The Martin County boat parade starts at 6:30 p.m. at the downtown Stuart public docks and proceeds down the St. Lucie River to Manatee Pocket. Sandsprit Park is where judging takes place. See miatc.com for maps and details.

• Art After Dark – Vero Beach Museum of Art. Outdoor digital art exhibition, with an expanded list of eighteen new global artworks from several countries. 231.0707

• HotWheelz – Annual Tokyo Car Show and Toy Drive at MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center, Port St. Lucie. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 807.4488

• Tinsel & Tidings: A Community Concert – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – Hilariously heartwarming holiday adventure with unexpected results. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• Magic of McKee, Festival of Lights –Thousands of lights, holiday displays and decorations, intermittent snow flurries, outdoor holiday movies, organ music and local entertainment, large-scale model train, tasty holiday treats. 6-8 p.m. Last admission at 7:30 p.m. 794.0601

Sunday, Dec. 17

• Tinsel & Tidings: A Community Concert – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

• Magic of McKee, Festival of Lights –Thousands of lights, holiday displays and decorations, intermittent snow flurries, outdoor holiday movies, organ music and local entertainment, large-scale model train, tasty holiday treats. 6-8 p.m. Last admission at 7:30 p.m. 794.0601

• The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – Hilariously heartwarming holiday adventure with unexpected results. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• A Christmas Carol – Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 2 and 8 p.m. 5.1-575.2223

• True Crew Dance Company’s Toy-rific Winter Extravaganza – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 4 p.m. 461.4775

Tuesday, Dec. 19

Wednesday, Dec. 20

INDIAN RIVER magazine is not responsible for errors, omissions or schedule changes. Please check with the facility before attending any event.

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Nov. 15, 2023

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