Things To Do

fireworks over clover park — Start your 4th of July celebrations early on Monday, July 3, during the Independence Day Celebration at Clover Park. The fireworks follow a Mets game and other activities. See the July 3 entry for more information. Then, on the 4th of July, have some fun and see more fireworks at either Freedom Fest at the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center from 4-10 p.m. or at Freedom and Fireworks at Tradition Square from 5-9 p.m. RUSTY DURHAM

Please call or visit the websites of the below venues to see if events are on, changed or canceled.

CONTINUING

• Art Gallery Exhibits: All year at the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center.

RECURRING

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

Saturday

• Square Dancing – Walton Road Community Center, 6 p.m. Call first. 631.2184

• Woodcarver’s Workshop – Walton Road Community Center, 8 a.m.-noon. Call first. 359.8565

Third Saturday

• Community Garage Sale – Minsky Gym, Darwin Boulevard, 8 a.m.-noon. Call first. 344.4142

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

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.-4 p.m. 242.2293

Every Sunday

• Tradition Neighborhood Market – Farmers Market and Arts and Crafts, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. winter and 1 p.m. summer, SW Village Parkway at The Landing across from Michaels and Target. For more information, go to Traditionneighborhoodmarket.com or call 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 Credit Union Event Center parking 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.

Every Monday

• Line Dancing – Walton Road Community Center, Port St. Lucie. Call first. 370.1732

Every Tuesday

• Woodcarver’s Workshop – Walton Road Community Center, 8 a.m.-noon. Call first. 359.8565

• Special Populations Meet-up – Sportsmans 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 prior to attendance. 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 day for volunteers who want to participate from 8 to 10 a.m. 462.3474

Second and Fourth Wednesday

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

Every Thursday

• Line Dancing – Walton Road Community Center. Please call first. 370.1732

First Friday

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

Second Friday

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

Third Friday

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

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

JUNE

Wednesday, June 7

• Bullying: Healthy U – Port St. Lucie Community Center, 6:30 p.m. Find out: How to identify bullying, cyberbullying, and learn what goes into internet safety. Learn about victimization and its impact. Develop an action plan to stop it and find healing resources. 878.2727

Saturday, June 10

• United Against Poverty Popup Food Truck – Whispering Pines Park, 9 a.m.-noon. Well-balanced and nutritious food in bulk will be sold at a reduced cost, while supplies last. The items for sale will include vegetables, fruits, grains, and an assortment of cased soft drinks and water at prices between $1 and $5. Additionally, each family will receive a free loaf of bread, while supplies last. 878.2277

Sunday, June 11

• Dance Mode On – Presented by True Crew Dance Co. at Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 4 p.m. 461.4775

Wednesday, June 14

• Special Populations Dance – Ages 15 and up. Snacks and drinks available. $5 per person, caregivers free. 6 p.m. Port St. Lucie Community Center. To register: 807.4470

JULY

Monday, July 3

• Independence Day Celebration at Clover Park – The St. Lucie Mets will wear special jerseys celebrating Independence Day. There will be a pregame softball game and home run derby to benefit Southeast Florida Honor Flight. Best fireworks show on the Treasure Coast will take place after the game. Buy tickets online at ticketfaster.com; parking is $5. 871.2115

Tuesday, July 4

Independence Day

• FREEDOM FEST – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center, with live music, a hot dog eating contest at 6 p.m. [pre registration required], food and drink available for purchase. You can bring a lawn chair. Children’s activities including face painting, “tattoos” and fairy hair. Fireworks are at 9 p.m., weather permitting. A VIP experience with a meal and reserved seating is available with the purchase of tickets [no price listed at this time]. Event is from 4-10 p.m. 878.2277

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

Wednesday, July 5

• Suicide Awareness: Healthy U – Port St. Lucie Community Center, 6:30 p.m. 878.2277

Saturday, July 15

• Adopt-a-Street Breakfast – Volunteer appreciation breakfast, MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center, for program members, with awards and prizes, 9-11 a.m. 871.7000

Monday, July 17 through Friday, Aug. 4

• Babe Ruth Softball World Series – featuring teams from across the USA and Internationally competing in ages ranging from 6 years old through 18 years old. For schedules and information, visit www.baberuthworldseries.org or call 878.2277 or 807.4499.

Saturday, July 22

• Christmas in July – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center. Arts and crafts, jewelry, clothing, chocolate, baked goods, soap, candles, gifts, Christmas décor. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit christmasinjuly.com for more details.

Sunday, July 23

• Christmas in July – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center. Arts and crafts, jewelry, clothing, chocolate, baked goods, soap, candles, gifts, Christmas décor. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Visit christmasinjuly.com for details.

Thursday, July 27

• Access to Health Care: Healthy U – Port St. Lucie Community Center, 6:30 p.m. 878.2277

Saturday, July 29

• Speakeasy – The Sunrise Theatre’s Centennial Celebration, 7 p.m. Delicious food and beverages will be served in multiple locations throughout the Fort Pierce theater, along with entertainment, music and much more. Imagine entering through the speakeasy door with a special password or knock and being transported back to the early days of 1920s. Learn the Charleston on mainstage, enjoy gambling at the casino in the lobby, and visit a bourbon bar at the historical second floor Friend’s Lounge. 461.4775

• Market Fresh Truck Day – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center. Check cityofpsl.com and look for the MidFlorida Event Center calendar, or call 807.4488.

AUGUST

Wednesday, August 2

• Opioid Epidemic Awareness: Healthy U – Port St. Lucie Community Center, 6:30 p.m. 878.2277

Tuesday, August 8

• Memory Screening – Free memory screening at the Port St. Lucie Community Center.

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. [The next date is Nov. 7.] Make your appointment by emailing talston@ergclinical.com or calling 561.374.8461, ext. 1181.

Wednesday, August 9

• Special Populations Dance – Port St. Lucie Community Center, ages 15 and above, drinks and snacks served. $5 per person, caregivers free. 6-8 p.m. To register, call 807.2277.

Saturday, August 26

• United Against Poverty Popup Food Truck – Lyngate Park, 9 a.m.-noon. Well-balanced and nutritious food in bulk will be sold at a reduced cost, while supplies last. The items for sale will include vegetables, fruits, grains, and an assortment of cased soft drinks and water at prices between $1 and $5. Additionally, each family will receive a free loaf of bread, while supplies last. 878.2277

SEPTEMBER

Saturday, Sept. 2

• Golden Years Senior Dance – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center, 6-8 p.m. 807.4499

• Summer R&B Festival – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center, information to come, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. 807.4488

Monday, Sept. 4

Labor Day

Wednesday, Sept. 6

• PTSD: Healthy U – Port St. Lucie Community Center, 6:30 p.m. 878.2277

Saturday, Sept. 9

• Port St. Lucie Home Show – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center. Visitors meet with professionals to make their next remodeling, renovation, landscaping or decorating project a success. See wall-to-wall displays and exhibits. Speak directly with experts and receive advice and inspiration, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 807.4488

Sunday, Sept. 10

Monday, Sept. 11

• 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center, 8 a.m. Call first. 807.4488

Friday, Sept. 15

• International Food Festival – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center. No time or details given. Call first. 807.4488

Saturday, Sept. 16

• International Food Festival – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center. No time or details yet. Call first. 807.4488

Sunday, Sept. 17

• International Food Festival – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center. No time or details given. Call first. 807.4488

Port St. Lucie Magazine is not responsible for errors, omissions or schedule changes. Please check with the facility before attending any event.

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June, 2023