FESTIVALS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
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A brightly colored turtle created from recycled flip-flops in Kenya is one
of many marine sculptures you’ll find at the Ocean Sole exhibit at McKee
Botanical Garden in Vero Beach.
Treasure Coast History Festival — Whether you are just
visiting, were born here or this is your adopted home town,
the festival is full of surprises and fascinating stories. This
year features two free presentations at the Sunrise Black Box
Theatre. At 11 a.m., an expert speaks about ancient Ais Indian
culture on the Treasure Coast. At 1 p.m., relatives, friends and
students gather to tell stories about famous landscape artist
A.E. “Bean” Backus. See historical re-enactors, go on a ghost
tour, check out the historical trolley rides, browse rustic crafts
and visit the Old Florida Authors Alley. Purchase tickets for a
genuine Summerlin family fish fry. Presented by Indian River
Magazine, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 11.
Home and Garden Show — This show has the wow
factor! From custom tiki huts and outdoor kitchens to raised
garden beds and organic gardens, you’ll find fascinating
products that will start you dreaming. Learn about solar energy
and how to hurricane-proof your home. At the Havert L.
Fenn Center in Fort Pierce. Starts at 10 a.m. Jan. 11-12.
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Larry Lawson leads a ghost tour at the 2018 Treasure Coast History Festival.
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