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Captain’s Corner: Derek Jeter’s Journey from Kalamazoo
Captain’s Corner: Derek Jeter’s Journey from Kalamazoo to the Elliott is open through December in the Baseball Gallery at the Elliott Museum in Stuart, giving visitors an up-close glimpse into the life and career of modern-day baseball legend Derek Jeter. The collection comes from Patrick Armstrong and son, Brian Armstrong, and includes signed balls, bats, jerseys, photos, helmets, an original scouting report, career stats and so much more. There's even a full-size replica of Jeter's locker that makes a good photo spot. ELLIOTT MUSEUM

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 or omissions.

ONGOING

• Art Exhibit at MidFlorida Event Center – Port St. Lucie. Year round.

• In Celebration of King Tut – Elliott Museum, Stuart, in the main gallery. Enter a replica of an ancient tomb of unimaginable beauty. These remarkable objects have been painstakingly recreated by historians and artists in Egypt using locally sourced, authentic materials and scaled and finished to perfection. Continuing through May 31. 225.1961

• Our Wondrous Planet – An exhibition at the Emerson Center, Vero Beach. Featuring familiar places and spaces. Reception May 8, 5:30 p.m. May 2-June 27. 778.5249

• Members and Friends Exhibit – At the Emerson Center, Vero Beach. Featuring the creative artwork of members and friends. Reception July 11, 5:30 p.m. June 28-Aug. 29, 2024. 778.5249

• Rock ‘N’ Roll Billboards of the Sunset Strip – Vero Beach Museum of Art, Vero Beach. Awesome photos by Robert Landeau include The Beatles; Queen; David Bowie; Bruce Springsteen; Rick Wakeman; The Rolling Stones; Rod Stewart; The Who; Joe Cocker; Crosby, Stills, and Nash; John Lennon; David Lee Roth; Donna Summer; The Eagles, Electric Light Orchestra [ELO]; Elvis Costello; The Eurythmics; Faces; Humble Pie; Jackson Browne; Madonna; Marvin Gaye; Nazareth; Neil Young; Pink Floyd; Procol Harum; Randy Newman; Rhinoceros; Santana; Ted Nugent; and URO. May 18 through Sept. 1. 231.0707

• Captain’s Corner: Derek Jeter's Journey from Kalamazoo to the Elliott – Elliott Museum, Stuart. Continuing through Dec. 31. 225.1961

RECURRING

Some events go on hiatus for 1 to 4 months between June and October. Call to be sure the event you want is on.

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. 

• 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. Harbor Branch north of Fort Pierce. 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Call first: 242.2293 

• Pontoon Boat Trips – Environmental Learning Center, Wabasso, various times. Go to discoverelc.com and click 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

• Exploring Florida Aquaculture – Learn where your seafood comes from and learn healthy and sustainable options at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, 5600 N. U.S. 1, Fort Pierce. Talks take place through May, 9 a.m. to noon. Registration required in advance. 242.2293. Recordings will be available after each workshop here: fau.edu/hboi/discover-fau-harbor-branch/aquaculture-workshops/ 

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.

Every Sunday

• 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 285.0502

• 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

• 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. Walton Road. Call first. 398.2779

Fourth Sunday

• One-Stop Garage Sale – MidFlorida 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. See the schedule at verobeachartclub.org/art-in-the-park 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

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. Fee is $8 per person but payments can’t be accepted at the park. Must register online or in person at Minsky Gym prior to attending. Call 344.4142.

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. May, November. 7 p.m. Tickets: 461.4775.

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

Second and Fourth Tuesday

• Jazz – Fort Pierce Yacht Club – June, July, August, September. Fort Pierce Jazz and Blues Society. 7-10 p.m. 460.5299

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 adults and children 10 and older. Learn the history of the oceanographic institute, learn about its research, and impact on human lives. 10:30 a.m. to noon. $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 p.m. 225.1961

• 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. Call first. 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

• 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

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

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

Third Thursday

• 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 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. Call first: 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 who are hosting artists, artisans, and performers and holding open house. Refreshments, free samples, demos. 5-9 p.m. No phone listed.

• Tradition Food Trucks & Vendors and tribute concerts to enjoy – Tradition Square, 5-9 p.m. Bring a chair. Call first: 878.0188.

Second Friday

• Coffee with the Mayor – Vero Beach Heritage Center, 8-9 a.m. 643.6782

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

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

MAY

Friday, May 3

• Sondheim Tribute Revue – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Food Trucks and Tributes – Billy Joel Tribute – Tradition Square, Port St. Lucie. 5-9 p.m. No phone number.

• Minute by Minute: The Doobie Brothers Tribute – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown - Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Vero Beach Air Show – The Night Air Show by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels is on tonight at 6 p.m., Vero Beach Regional Airport. For videos see: facebook.com/veroairshow/.

Saturday, May 4

• Vero Beach Air Show – By the U.S. Navy Blue Angels from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Vero Beach Regional Airport. Outstanding, thrilling and unforgettable aerobatics for all ages. For videos see: facebook.com/veroairshow/.

• Sondheim Tribute Revue – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Golden Years Senior Dance – MidFlorida Event Center. 6-8 p.m. 807-4499

• Sweet Fleet – a Tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Pineapple Playhouse, 7 p.m. 465.0366

• You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown - Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Guided Hike – Ancient invertebrates: Horseshoe crabs, Donald B. Moore Preserve, 8-9:30 a.m. 462.2110

Sunday, May 5

• Vero Beach Air Show – By the U.S. Navy Blue Angels from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Vero Beach Regional Airport. Outstanding, thrilling and unforgettable aerobatics for all ages. For videos see: facebook.com/veroairshow/.

• Sondheim Tribute Revue – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

• You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown - Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

Tuesday, May 7

• Memory Screening, Free – Port St. Lucie Community Center, Airoso Boulevard. Ages 50 and older. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 878.2277

Wednesday, May 8

• Girls’ Night: The Musical – Touching and hilarious tell-it-like-it-is story of five friends. Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 7:30 p.m. 461.4775

Thursday, May 9

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Friday, May 10-Friday, June 21

• Through the Eye of the Camera – annual juried exhibition of the finest images in traditional and digital photography from amateur and professional photographers from around the state. Backus Museum and Gallery. 465.0630

Friday, May 10

• The Magic of Motown – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Black Holes – You’ve probably heard of them but what are they? Narrated by John de Lancie [Q from Star Trek], the show discusses the ins and the outs of black holes. A live star talk at the end of the program points out where you can find black holes in the sky. Hallstrom Planetarium on Indian River State College Massey Campus in Fort Pierce, 7 and 8:30 p.m. 462.4750

• Mobility Day Master Gardeners Plant Sale – Have a bit of difficulty getting around? This plant sale is for you. Held a day ahead of the regular sale, it ensures that you’ll be able to see everything and make your purchases without being surrounded by crowds. The sale includes native plants, plants for pollinator gardens, and others all grown by the volunteer Master 

Gardeners themselves. Located on the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural grounds [better known as St. Lucie County Cooperative Extension grounds], 8400 Picos Road, Fort Pierce. 10 a.m. to noon. 462.1660

• Mother and Son Dance – Port St. Lucie Community Center, 6-8 p.m. 878.2277

• You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown - Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Saturday, May 11

• 41st Master Gardeners Plant Sale - Enjoy spending an hour or two browsing through plants grown by St. Lucie County’s Master Gardeners, a dedicated group of volunteer experts, at the county [cooperative] extension grounds, 8400 Picos Road, Fort Pierce. Native plants, plants for a pollinator garden, and many others are available, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Note that a special day for those who have difficulties with mobility is Friday, May 10. 462.1660

• Daughter of the Stars – Part of Hallstrom Planetarium’s Kid Space program for children ages 4-12. Beautiful Native American stories about the sky and its constellations gathered from all across the land. Features the stars and constellations visible in the current evening sky, 11 a.m. The planetarium is on the Indian River State College Massey Campus. 462.4750

• Jim Breuer – actor and comedian, The Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 461.4775

• Black Holes – You’ve probably heard of them but what are they? Narrated by John de Lancie [Q from Star Trek], the show discusses the ins and the outs of black holes. A live star talk at the end of the program points out where you can find black holes in the sky. Hallstrom Planetarium, Indian River State College Massey Campus, Fort Pierce,1 and 2:30 p.m. 462.4750

• Vero Beach Seafood Festival – The Vero Beach Pirate Festival is now part of the Seafood Festival. Enjoy a diverse variety of delectable dishes and tasty libations along with a pirate encampment, pirate ship, mermaids, arts and crafts vendors and more. Riverside Park, Vero Beach. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. verobeachseafoodfestival.com

• Restoration and Aquariums – Aquaculture can be used for more than food. Learn how it is being used in innovative ways to save species and even provide stock for aquariums. Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, 5600 N. U.S. 1, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m. to noon. Registration required in advance. 242.2293 

• You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Guided Hike: Florida’s Wading Birds – Wilcox Preserve, St. Lucie County, 8-9:30 a.m. 462.2110

Sunday, May 12

Mother’s Day

• Vero Beach Seafood Festival – The Vero Beach Pirate Festival is now part of the Seafood Festival. Enjoy a diverse variety of delectable dishes and tasty libations along with a pirate encampment, pirate ship, mermaids, arts and crafts vendors and more. Riverside Park, Vero Beach. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. verobeachseafoodfestival.com

• You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown - Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

Thursday, May 

• Alex Cuba – Cuban music at The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Friday, May 17

• Concert in the Park – Riverview Park, Sebastian, 5:30-8 p.m. 589.5969

• Joanna Connor – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Saturday, May 18

• Treasure Coast Cultural Fest and Haitian Flag Day – Haitian, Caribbean and American food, arts and crafts, vendors, grand parade, live performances and more. MidFlorida Event Center, free admission, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. 240.3039, 932.8223 

• You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Tree Giveaway – City of Port St. Lucie is giving away a variety of Florida-friendly trees at the Met’s stadium [Clover Park] in St. Lucie West. It’s a drive-thru event where you drive up and the staff person puts a tree in your car. This is for city residents only so make sure you bring your ID. From 8-10 a.m. 871.7000

Sunday, May 19

• One Night of Queen – Gary Mullen & The Works, one of the best Queen tribute bands in the world, returns to the Sunrise Theatre in Fort Pierce. Enjoy their show in tribute to one of the greatest frontmen who ever lived, Freddie Mercury, along with his bandmates Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon. 7 p.m. 461.4775

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown – Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

• Bacharach, Sondheim – Treasure Coast Community Singers, Ross Hall, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. 3 p.m. 224.8807

• Level Up Dance: The Cracked Nutcracker – a modern twist on a classic tale. And, Legends, Icons and Stars at MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. No time given, 807.4488

Thursday, May 23

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Friday, May 24

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Saturday, May 25

• The Science in Science Fiction – Free lecture about good and bad science found in books, films and TV shows about science fiction, fantasy and shows about space. Hallstrom Planetarium, Indian River State College Massey Campus, Fort Pierce, 6 to 6:45 p.m. 462.4750

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Lee Rittenour – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Sunday, May 26

• 15th Anniversary Celebration – Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center. 3 p.m. 855.252.7272

• Sweeney Todd – Black comedy, beauty and terror at The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Monday, May 27

Memorial Day 

• Memorial Day Service – Veterans Memorial Park, Port St. Lucie – a moving tribute presented by United Veterans of Port St. Lucie. Bring a lawn chair as seating is limited, 10-11 a.m. 878.2277 

• Flag Garden – Tradition Square, 2-6 p.m. No phone listed; this is tentative as of our deadline in April. 

• Fort Pierce Veteran’s Memorial Park – possible, check your newspaper.

• Vero Beach – Veteran’s Memorial Island Sanctuary or Grand Pavilion in Riverside Park. Check before going. 

• Stuart Memorial Day Parade – From Amerigo Avenue to Memorial Park at 10 a.m. Ceremony at 11 a.m. at Memorial Park. Check before going. 220.4127

Wednesday, May 29

• Guided Hike: National Alligator Day – Citrus Hammock Preserve, St. Lucie County, 3:30-5:15 p.m. 462.2110

Thursday, May 30

• The Bard on Broadway: A Shakespearean Cabaret – McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College Massey Campus, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 462.4750

Friday, May 31

• The Bard on Broadway: A Shakespearean Cabaret – McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College Massey Campus, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 462.4750

JUNE

Saturday, June 1

• Hurricane Expo – A must-attend event for all who want to protect themselves from hurricanes. At MidFlorida Event Center, Port St Lucie. Meet with professionals who can help with all your questions. Vendor booths displaying the latest in protection equipment. Forecasting, interactive events, presentations. Learn what you need to know. No time given but usually a morning to early afternoon event so don’t miss it! 807.4488

• The Bard on Broadway: A Shakespearean Cabaret – McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College Massey Campus, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. 462.4750

Sunday, June 2

• The Bard on Broadway: A Shakespearean Cabaret – McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College Massey Campus, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. 462.4750

Tuesday, June 4

• Memory Screening, Free – Port St. Lucie Community Center, Airoso Boulevard. Ages 50 and older. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 878.2277

Friday, June 7

• Concert in the Park – Special Centennial Celebration Event Night. Riverview Park, Sebastian, 5:30-8 p.m. 589.5969

• Foreigner Journey Experience – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Food Trucks and Tributes – ABBA tribute – Tradition Square, Port St. Lucie. 5-9 p.m. No phone number.

Saturday, June 8

• Pride Festival – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. 12-6 p.m. 807.4488

• Steve Earle’s Alone Again Tour, Solo and Acoustic – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart. 7 p.m. 286.7827

Sunday, June 9

• Adam Ezra Group – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Wednesday, June 12

• Special Populations Dance – for ages 15 and older, Port St. Lucie Community Center, 6-8 p.m. 807.4470

Thursday, June 13

• Boys and Girls Club CCW Ultimate Showdown – Wrestling. MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. All day. 807.4488

Saturday, June 15

• Mammals in our Midst – Guided Hike, St. Lucie County Sheraton Scrub Preserve, 8-10 a.m. 462.2110

• Waterlily Celebration – Opening early so visitors can see day and night blooming lilies. Plein Air [outdoor] artists, waterlily photo contest, repotting demonstrations, plant sales. 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 794.0601

Sunday, June 16

Father’s Day

Wednesday, June 19

Juneteenth Day Celebrations

Friday, June 21

• Matt Schofield – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Saturday, June 29

• Taste of the Tropics – Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 337.1959

• Impact of Invasives and Native Resilience – Petravice Family Preserve, St. Lucie County, 5-7 p.m. 462.2110

• Burgers and Brews – Riverside Park in Vero Beach, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 770.0740

JULY

Tuesday, July 2

• Memory Screening, Free – Port St. Lucie Community Center, Airoso Boulevard. Ages 50 and older. 9 a.m. to 4p.m. 878.2277

Thursday, July 4

Independence Day

Fireworks at 9 p.m. Check websites or newspaper for event dates, starting times and activities. Some are not available by our deadline and some could be adjusted after our deadline.

• FREEDOM FEST– Port St. Lucie MidFlorida Event Center. Fireworks at dusk, children’s activities, live music, food and drink available for purchase. Free for all ages, 4-10 p.m. 878.2277

• STARS OVER ST. LUCIE – Fort Pierce over the Indian River Lagoon at Marina Square, 6-9 p.m. See fireworks around 9 p.m. from Veterans Memorial Park and South Bridge, 9 p.m. 466.3880

• BOOM ON THE LAGOON – Vero Beach, Riverside Park [possibly 5-10 p.m.]

• FIREWORKS ON THE 4TH – Stuart, Flagler Park [possibly 7-10 p.m.]

• FREEDOM FESTIVAL & PARADE – Sebastian Riverview Park 8:30 a.m. [parade] to 10 p.m. 

• FREEDOM AND FIREWORKS – Tradition Square 5-9 p.m. 

Saturday, July 6

• Golden Years Senior Dance – MidFlorida Event Center. 6-8 p.m. 807-4499

Thursday, July 11

• Seussical – The musical is a reimagining of the world of Dr. Seuss. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Friday, July 12

• Albert Castiglia – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Seussical – The musical is a reimagining of the world of Dr. Seuss. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Saturday, July 13

• Seussical – The musical is a reimagining of the world of Dr. Seuss. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

Sunday, July 14

• Seussical – The musical is a reimagining of the world of Dr. Seuss. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

Thursday, July 18

• Seussical – The musical is a reimagining of the world of Dr. Seuss. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Saturday, July 20

• Christmas in July – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. Arts and crafts fair loaded with a huge assortment of unique items to purchase for gifts or for yourself. Free admission, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. christmasinjulypsl.com​

• Seussical – The musical is a reimagining of the world of Dr. Seuss. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

• Taste of the Tropics – hosted by the Treasure Coast Rare Fruit Club and Friends of Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens. At the gardens on Westmoreland Street, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 337.1959

Sunday, July 21

• Christmas in July – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. Arts and crafts fair loaded with a huge assortment of unique items to purchase for gifts or for yourself. Free admission, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. christmasinjulypsl.com​

• Seussical – The musical is a reimagining of the world of Dr. Seuss. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

Thursday, July 25

• Seussical – The musical is a reimagining of the world of Dr. Seuss. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Friday, July 26

• Seussical – The musical is a reimagining of the world of Dr. Seuss. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Saturday, July 27

• Seussical – The musical is a reimagining of the world of Dr. Seuss. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

Sunday, July 28

• Seussical – The musical is a reimagining of the world of Dr. Seuss. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

AUGUST

Saturday, August 3

• Back to School Family Expo – Christian FM Radio at MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. No time given. 807.4488

• Lego Show Brick Universe – Lego exhibits, meet Lego artists, find Lego sets, make your own masterpieces. For the details and times, please visit: tinyurl.com/PSL-Lego 807.4488

Sunday, August 4

• Lego Show Brick Universe – Lego exhibits, meet Lego artists, find Lego sets, make your own masterpieces. For the details and times, please visit: tinyurl.com/PSL-Lego 807.4488

Tuesday, August 6

• Memory Screening, Free – Port St. Lucie Community Center, Airoso Boulevard. Ages 50 and older. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 878.2277

Saturday, August 10 to Saturday, August 17

• Early Voting daily for one week

• MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 10 a.m. to 6p.m. 

• Other locations: Contact your supervisor of elections office. 

Saturday, August 10

• Christian FM Back to School Family Expo – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 807.4488

Monday, August 12

Back To School

Sunday, August 18

• Coastal Championship Wrestling – at MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, all day. 807.4488

Monday, August 19

• Michael Alexander Art Exhibit – Through Sept. 17 at MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. 807.4488

Tuesday, August 20

Primary Election

Friday, August 23

• Selwyn Birchwood – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

SEPTEMBER

Monday, Sept. 2

Labor Day

Tuesday, Sept. 3

• Memory Screening, Free – Port St. Lucie Community Center, Airoso Boulevard. Ages 50 and older. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 878.2277

Monday, Sept. 9

• Port St. Lucie – City Budget Hearing, 5:30 p.m. city hall. 871.5157

Wednesday, Sept. 11

• 9/11 Remembrance Day – at MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Details not available yet. Call 807.4488.

• Check your local news for 9/11 ceremonies, locations and times.

Saturday, Sept. 14

• Port St. Lucie Home Show – Turn your dreams into reality. MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 807.4488

Sunday, Sept. 15

• Port St. Lucie Home Show – Turn your dreams into reality. MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 807.4488

Monday, Sept. 23

• Port St. Lucie – Final City Hearing on the new budget and taxes, 5:30 p.m. city hall. 871.5157

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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May 2, 2024

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