Things To Do

Enjoy the Highwaymen Heritage Trail Festival and Art Fair at Moore’s Creek Linear Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15, and at the A.E. Backus Museum in Fort Pierce. A shuttle will travel between the two locations. Call 467.3169 for more information. ROGER LIGHTLE COLLECTION

Please be sure to check before attending an event in case it was changed or canceled.

February-December 2020

CONTINUING

Through Sunday, Feb. 16
• Browse vintage Highwaymen paintings from private dealers. Backus Museum and Gallery, Fort Pierce. 465.0630

RECURRING EVENTS

Every Saturday
• Farmers 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. 940.1145
• Behind the Scenes Tours – St. Lucie County Aquarium, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. 462.3474

Every Tuesday
• Jazz Jam by Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, 7-10 p.m. Started Nov. 7. 460.5299

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. 462.3474

Every Wednesday
• Immersion Tour of Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute – North of Fort Pierce. Golf cart tour of 144-acre campus. Learn about cutting edge research and history of the institute. Limited to 12 people, ages 10 and up. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Reservations required by 4 p.m. the day before: 242.2293.
• Green Market and Food Co-op – Marina Square, Fort Pierce, 12-6 p.m. 971.8480
• Volunteer Gardening Day – Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce, call for time. 464.4672

Third Thursday
• Behind the Scenes Tour of Smithsonian Research Station – South Hutchinson Island, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. Free. Suggested age 14+. Registration required: LomaxE@si.edu

Fridays
• Indian River Lagoon Research Boat Tour – via 30-passenger pontoon boat, hosted by Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute – North of Fort Pierce. Learn about the wildlife encountered and the research the institute does to understand and protect the Indian River ecosystem. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Reservations must be made by 4 p.m. the day before. 242.2293.

Through Sunday, Feb. 16
• Browse vintage Highwaymen paintings from private dealers. Backus Museum and Gallery, Fort Pierce. 465.0630

RECURRING EVENTS

Every Saturday
• Farmers 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. 940.1145
• Behind the Scenes Tours – St. Lucie County Aquarium, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. 462.3474

Every Tuesday
• Jazz Jam by Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, 7-10 p.m. Started Nov. 7. 460.5299

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. 462.3474

Every Wednesday
• Immersion Tour of Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute – North of Fort Pierce. Golf cart tour of 144-acre campus. Learn about cutting edge research and history of the institute. Limited to 12 people, ages 10 and up. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Reservations required by 4 p.m. the day before: 242.2293.
• Green Market and Food Co-op – Marina Square, Fort Pierce, 12-6 p.m. 971.8480
• Volunteer Gardening Day – Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce, call for time. 464.4672

Third Thursday
• Behind the Scenes Tour of Smithsonian Research Station – South Hutchinson Island, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. Free. Suggested age 14+. Registration required: LomaxE@si.edu

Fridays
• Indian River Lagoon Research Boat Tour – via 30-passenger pontoon boat, hosted by Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute – North of Fort Pierce. Learn about the wildlife encountered and the research the institute does to understand and protect the Indian River ecosystem. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Reservations must be made by 4 p.m. the day before. 242.2293.

First Friday
• FridayFest – Downtown Fort Pierce, 5:30-9 p.m. (None in July) Call for rain date. 466.3880

Third Friday
• Coffee with Mayor of Fort Pierce – Fort Pierce Yacht Club, Veterans Memorial Park, 8 a.m. 466.3880
• Art Walk – Historical downtown Fort Pierce and Peacock Arts District, 5-8 p.m.

Fourth Friday
• Coffee with St. Lucie County Commission Chairman – SLCTV studio, Room 101, County Administration Building, Fort Pierce.
8:30 a.m. 462.1400

FEBRUARY 2020

Saturday, Feb. 15
• Highwaymen Heritage Trail Festival and Art Fair – Moore’s Creek Linear Park 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Backus Museum, Fort Pierce. A shuttle will travel between the two locations. 467.3169
• Treasure Coast Pirate Fest - Climb onto a pirate ship and survey the pirate encampment, mermaids, contests, pirate weapon demos and pirate bands playing. Climb down and take part in the treasure hunt, play in the Little Buccaneer Kids Zone, watch historical re-enactors, visit the arts and crafts booths, and enjoy the food and drink. Veterans Memorial Park, Fort Pierce. Hours vary. 561.792.9260
• Evening Star - Hallstrom Planetarium, Indian River State College, 1 and 2:30 p.m. 462.4750
• ABBA Mania: The Original from London’s West End – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775

Sunday, Feb. 16
• Treasure Coast Pirate Fest - Climb onto a pirate ship and survey the pirate encampment, mermaids, contests, pirate weapon demos, and pirate bands playing. Climb down and take part in the treasure hunt, play in the Little Buccaneer Kids Zone, watch historical re-enactors, visit the arts and crafts booths, and enjoy the food and drink. Veterans Memorial Park, Fort Pierce. Hours vary. 561.792.9260
• The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775
• Highwaymen Exhibit - Outdoor Mural Wall at Backus Museum. See a large collection of vintage Highwaymen paintings. 465.0630

Monday, Feb. 17
• Southern Soul Society’s Southern Soul Jam – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 6:30 p.m. 461.4775

Wednesday, Feb. 19
• Will Raising Rays Save Our Bays? – Matt Ajemian. Harbor Branch Ocean Science lectures. Johnson Education Center, 4 and 7 p.m. Check to see if event is on before attending. 242.2293

Thursday, Feb. 20
• Catapult: The Amazing Magic of Shadow Dancing – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775
• Grease – McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College, 7 p.m. 462.4750

Saturday, Feb. 22 – Sunday, April 26
• James F. Hutchinson: Visionary Truths - This special exhibition, drawn from his own collection, presents the artist’s story through his journeys describing the idyllic beauty of the land (Florida, Jamaica, Hawaii) and his captivating insight into the Seminole people. A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery, Fort Pierce. Free admission March 1 and April 5. Opening reception Friday, March 13, 6-8 p.m. 465-0630
• Grease – McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College, 7 p.m. 462.4750

Saturday. Feb 22
• Grease – McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College, 2 and 7 p.m. 462.4750
• The Beach Boys – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775
• New York Mets – Beginning of spring training at the Mets Clover Park stadium in St. Lucie West., Mets vs. Miami. Training ends March 22. 871.2115
• NatureFest at Manatee Center – Showcases wildlife and natural resources with non-stop activities and exhibits, games, mural painting, special presentations and appearances by the mascot Moe the Manatee. Enjoy the indoor exhibits and aquariums. Festivities will be indoors and outdoors. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 429.6266

Sunday, Feb. 23
• Dinosaur World Live: A Dino-Mite Adventure Direct from the West End – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 3 p.m. 461.4775
• Grease – Musical. McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College, 2 p.m. 462.4772

Monday, Feb. 24
• Southern Soul Society’s Southern Soul Jam – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 6:30 p.m. 461.4775

Wednesday, Feb. 26
• Fishing for Science – Aaron Adams and Paul Wills. Harbor Branch Ocean Science lectures. Johnson Education Center, 4 and 7 p.m. Call before attending to make sure event is on. 242.2293
• Applying Genomics to Better Understand Marine Symbiosis – From deepsea anglerfish to sponges. Dr. Jose Lope from Nova Southeastern University. St. Lucie County Aquarium/Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit, Fort Pierce. 9-10 a.m. 462.3474

Thursday, Feb. 27
• Hotel California: A Salute to The Eagles – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775

Friday, Feb. 28 – March 8
• St. Lucie County Fair – Loads of great activities, animals, carnival midway, fair food and exhibits at this old-fashioned country fair. St. Lucie County Fairgrounds. Hours vary so check stluciecountyfair.org 464.2910

Saturday, Feb. 29
LEAP YEAR DAY
• The Music of the Spheres – Hallstrom Planetarium, Indian River State College. Be fascinated with the heavens through music with Dr. Dale Rieth, IRSC director of choral music. Rieth will use the keyboard to illustrate the “Music of the Spheres” with selections from medieval times to the Big Band Era to Elton John. Free. 4 p.m. 462.4750
• Groovin’ and Tastin’ – Sunrise City beer, wine and spirit festival, presented by Bluebird Educational Foundation, on top of the Fort Pierce City Garage, featuring the Humdingers and Voodoo Visionary, 1-6 p.m. 460.6493

MARCH 2020

Sunday, March 1
• All You Should Eat Backus Brunch - The popular brunch is from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Painting raffle is at 12:30 p.m. A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery, Fort Pierce. 465.0630
• Free admission Sunday – James F. Hutchinson: Visionary Truths, noon to 4 p.m. A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery, Fort Pierce. 465.0630

Monday, March 2
• Southern Soul Society’s Southern Soul Jam – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 6:30 p.m. 461.4775

Wednesday, March 4
• For the Love of Conch – Megan Davis and Laura Issac-Norton, at the Harbor Branch Johnson Education Center, North Fort Pierce, 4 and 7 p.m. Call to be sure event is on. 242.2293

Friday, March 6
• George Thorogood & The Destroyers: Good to be Bad Tour – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775

Saturday, March 7
• Georgia On My Mind: Celebrating the Music of Ray Charles – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775

Sunday, March 8
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BEGINS AT 2 A.M.
Move clocks 1 hour forward
• An Evening with the Charlie Daniels Band – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4755

Monday, March 9
• Southern Soul Society’s Southern Soul Jam – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 6:30 p.m. 461.4775

Wednesday, March 11
• Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775
• We are the Problem and the Solution – Emilie Johnsen and Tracy Mincer, talk at Harbor Branch Johnson Education Center, North U.S. 1, 4 and 7 p.m. Call to be sure event is on. 242.2292
• Sea Turtle-Friendly Beaches in St. Lucie County – A talk by Extension Agent Ken Gioeli. St. Lucie County Aquarium/Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit, Fort Pierce. 9-10 a.m. 462.3474
• Opening Reception for James F. Hutchinson – 6-8 p.m. A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery, Fort Pierce. 465.0630

Thursday, March 12
• The Australian Bee Gees Show – A tribute at the Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775

Friday, March 13
• Evening Star – Hallstrom Planetarium, Indian River State College, 6 and 7:30 p.m. 462.4750
• An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee: the Hitman Tour – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775
• Opening Reception for James F. Hutchinson – 6-8 p.m. A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery, Fort Pierce. 465.0630

Saturday, March 14
• Evening Star – Hallstrom Planetarium, Indian River State College, 1 and 2:30 p.m. 462.4750
• An American in Paris: A New Musical – Presented by National Touring Company at Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775
• Bobby Collins Special Event Live – Presented by Comedy Corner – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8:30 p.m. 461.4775
• St. Patrick’s Day on 2nd Street Block Party - 2nd Street will be shut down from Orange Avenue north to Avenue A. Live music on stage. Street pubs from 2nd Street Bistro and Sailfish Brewery. Village Vendors. KIds area for wee ones. From 2 to 11 p.m. Fort Pierce. 772.577.4382

Sunday, March 15
• Brian Regan – comedian. Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775

Monday, March 16
• Southern Soul Society’s Southern Soul Jam – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 6:30 p.m. 461.4775

Wednesday, March 18
• Shake, Rattle, Roll: NY Rockabilly Rockets – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775
• NEEMO 23: Simulating Space Exploration Undersea – Harbor Branch Ocean Science lectures. Johnson Education Center, 4 and 7 p.m. Call to be sure event is on. 242.2293

Thursday, March 19
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366

Friday, March 20
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366

Saturday, March 21
• Sandy Shoes and Brew – The annual festival with its competitions, vendors, and merriment returns to Veterans Memorial Park, Fort Pierce. Festival starts at 10 a.m. and ends at 8 p.m. Craft Brew Pavilion is open 2-6 p.m. Chowder competition 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 466.3880.
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366

Sunday, March 22
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366
• Waterside Blues - in the park on Melody Lane. Enjoy cool jazz on the waterfront from 1-5 p.m. 460.5299

Monday, March 23
• Southern Soul Society’s Southern Soul Jam – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 6:30 p.m. 461.4775

Wednesday, March 25
• Evening With the Stars: Las Vegas Impersonators the Edwards Twins – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775
• Miniature Mariners: A Microscopic View of Marine Zooplankton – Michael J. Boyle, research biologist. St. Lucie County Aquarium/Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit, Fort Pierce. 9-10 a.m. 462.3474

Thursday, March 26
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366
• Rocktopia, Direct from its Smash-Hit Run on Broadway – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775
• In the Mood – vocal and instrumental music concert. McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College. 7 p.m. 462.4772

Friday, March 27-Sunday, March 29
• Annual FIHA Powwow – drumming, intertribal dancing. Gourd Dance, vendors and many activities. Primitive camp sites and RV campsites available. Gates open at 4 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. St. Lucie County Fairgrounds, Midway Road. 519.7888; 561.248.6284

Friday, March 27
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366
• In the Mood – vocal and instrumental music concert. McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College. 7 p.m. 462.4772

Saturday, March 28
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366
• In the Mood – vocal and instrumental music concert. McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College. 2 and 7 p.m. 462.4772
• Atlantic City Boys Presented by Shamsher Singh, M.D. and Southeast Florida Honor Flight – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775
• Spring Plant Sale – Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 464.4672

Sunday, March 29
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366
• Up, Up and Away: Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr. – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775
• Spring Plant Sale – Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce. noon to 4 p.m. 464.4672

Tuesday, March 31
• The Passion of Christ: Presented by the Catholic Communities of St. Anastasia Church and San Juan Diego Centro – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775

APRIL 2020

Thursday, April 2
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366

Friday, April 3
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366

Saturday, April 4
• Fort Pierce Oyster and Sea Fest – Feast on plump oysters made in at least 13 different ways, - fried, grilled, stuffed, fritters, and more. Also enjoy delicious landlubber food. Live entertainment, arts and crafts, raw bar with outdoor lounge. Shells are saved for oyster restoration projects to help clean the water of the Indian River Lagoon, Veterans Memorial Park, Fort Pierce. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 561.792.9260 or pottcevents.com
• Rodney Carrington Live – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366
• The Secret Life of Fish – Learn about coral reefs and reef fish behavior from an expert with vast experience – William Tyler, Ph.D. Hallstrom Planetarium, Saturday STEAM talks, Indian River State College. Free. 4 p.m. 462.4750
• Slow Art Day – Backus Museum, Fort Pierce. Discover how to experience art slowly and learn the pleasure of looking at and loving art. Offered in partnership with the Fort Pierce Art Club. Space is limited. Tickets on sale March 4. 465.0630
• Fishing for Futures Tournament – Manatee Center hosts a family day with free admission and loads of activities. The day also includes an inshore and offshore fishing contest. The events benefit the Boys and Girls Club of St. Lucie County. Manatee Center is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 429.6266

Sunday, April 5
• Calendar Girls – Four women try to raise money by posing nude for a calendar. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366
• The Four Tops, Special Guest Peter Lemongellow Jr. – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775
• Free Admission to Backus Museum – See James F. Hutchinson: Visionary Truths noon to 4 p.m. 465.0630

Monday, April 6
• Southern Soul Society’s Southern Soul Jam – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 6:30 p.m. 461.4775

Wednesday, April 8
PASSOVER BEGINS

Thursday, April 9
• Hotbed Hotel – Comedy. Indian River State College McAlpin Theatre. 7 p.m. 462.4750

Friday, April 10
• Hotbed Hotel – Comedy. Indian River State College McAlpin Theatre. 7 p.m. 462.4750

Saturday, April 11
• Hotbed Hotel – Comedy. Indian River State College McAlpin Theatre. 2 and 7 p.m. 462.4750

Sunday, April 12
EASTER

Monday, April 13
• Southern Soul Society’s Southern Soul Jam – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 6:30 p.m. 461.4775

Wednesday, April 15
PASSOVER ENDS
• Student Dance Concert - Students present original choreographed works. Indian River State College, Wynne Black Box Theatre. 7 p.m. 462.4750

Thursday, April 16
• Student Dance Concert - Students present original choreographed works. Indian River State College, Wynne Black Box Theatre. 7 p.m. 462.4750
• Chris Botti – Master Trumpeter, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775

Friday, April 17
• From Earth to Universe – Hallstrom Planetarium show, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce campus, 6-7:30 p.m. 462.4750

Saturday, April 18
• A Celebration of Classical Wind Band – McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. 462.4750
• From Earth to Universe – Hallstrom Planetarium show, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce campus, 1-2:30 p.m. 462.4750
• Keep Fort Pierce Beautiful – For the Fort Corridor cleanup, meet at City Hall Plaza, 8-10 a.m. 467.3821

Sunday, April 19
• An Afternoon of Choral Classics – Indian River State College, McAlpin Theatre, 2 p.m. 462.4750

Monday, April 20
• Southern Soul Society’s Southern Soul Jam – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 6:30 p.m. 461.4775

Monday, April 27
• Southern Soul Society’s Southern Soul Jam – Sunrise Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 6:30 p.m. 461.4775

MAY 2020

Friday, May 1
• From Earth to Universe – Hallstrom Planetarium show, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce campus, 6-7:30 p.m. 462.4750

Saturday, May 2
• One Night of Queen – Performed by Gary Mullen and the Works. Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775
• From Earth to Universe – Hallstrom Planetarium show, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce campus, 1 and 2:30 p.m. 462.4750

Friday, May 8 – Friday, June 21
• Through the Eye of the Camera – juried photography show at the A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery, Fort Pierce. Opening reception Friday, May 15, 6-8 p.m. 465.0630

Friday, May 8
• Disney’s The Little Mermaid – Presented by Renaissance Charter School at Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775

Saturday, May 9
• Disney’s The Little Mermaid – Presented by Renaissance Charter School at Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775

Sunday, May 10
• Disney’s The Little Mermaid – Presented by Renaissance Charter School at Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 3 p.m. 461.4775

Thursday, May 14
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Confusion reigns and mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366

Friday, May 15
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366
• Opening Reception: Through the Eye of the Camera – Backus Museum and Gallery, Fort Pierce, 6-8 p.m. 465.0630

Saturday, May 16
• From the Big Bang to Puppy Dogs – The story of chemistry. Be amazed as Dr. Paul Horton, IRSC professor of chemistry, dynamically demonstrates the interaction of elements and compounds in a presentation sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. Hallstrom Planetarium, Indian River State College. Free. 4 p.m. 462.4750
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366

Sunday, May 17
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Confusion reigns and mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366

Thursday, May 21
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Confusion reigns and mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366

Friday, May 22
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Confusion reigns and mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366
• From Earth to Universe – Hallstrom Planetarium show, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce campus, 6-7:30 p.m. 462.4750

Saturday, May 23
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Confusion reigns and mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366
• From Earth to Universe – Hallstrom Planetarium show, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce campus, 1-2:30 p.m. 462.4750

Sunday, May 24
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Confusion reigns and mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366

Monday, May 25
MEMORIAL DAY
• Fort Pierce Ceremony - Veterans Memorial Park, 11 a.m. AMVETS Post 15, American Legion, VFW. Please call to confirm date and time, 464-7751
• Memorial Day Observance – National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum, North Hutchinson Island, Fort Pierce, at the Memorial Wall. 9 a.m. 595.5845

Thursday, May 28
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Confusion reigns and mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366

Friday, May 29
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Confusion reigns and mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366
• From Earth to Universe – Hallstrom Planetarium show, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce campus, 6-7:30 p.m. 462.4750

Saturday. May 30
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Confusion reigns and mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 465.0366
• From Earth to Universe – Hallstrom Planetarium show, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce campus, 1-2:30 p.m. 462.4750

Sunday, May 31
• Harvey – Elwood P. Dowd insists on bringing a large imaginary rabbit to his sister’s parties. Confusion reigns and mix-ups ensue. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366

JUNE 2020

Tuesday, June 2
Last day of school – St. Lucie County

Saturday, June 6
• Backus Bingo: Wild Things – Bingo and luncheon buffet hosted by A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery, Fort Pierce, at the Pelican Yacht Club. 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 465.0630

JULY 2020

Saturday, July 4
• Stars over St. Lucie – Thrill to the annual festivities and fireworks show over the Indian River Lagoon in Fort Pierce at dusk. View by boat or downtown waterfront. 6-9:30 p.m. Fireworks: 9 p.m. 466.3880

Saturday, July 11
• Chili Cook-off – Great chili from around 40 competing teams, live entertainment and loads of fund. Proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Club of St. Lucie County. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fenn Center, Fort Pierce. Call to be sure of time and date. 460.9918.

Saturday, July 25
• Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup – Fort Pierce Inlet, Indian River Lagoon, beaches and many more waterways totaling about 125 miles in the three counties. Since 2008, more than 10,000 volunteers and 3,000 boats have removed more than 87 tons of trash. Volunteers will receive a T-shirt. 285.1646 or tcwaterwaycleanup.com
• Keep Fort Pierce Beautiful – For the Fort Corridor cleanup, meet at City Hall Plaza, 8-10 a.m. 467.3821

AUGUST 2020

Monday, Aug. 10
School starts in St. Lucie County

SEPTEMBER 2020

Monday, Sept. 7
LABOR DAY

Friday, Sept. 18
ROSH HASHANAH

Sunday, Sept. 20
ROSH HASHANAH ENDS

Sunday, Sept. 27
YOM KIPPUR

Monday, Sept. 28
YOM KIPPUR

OCTOBER 2020

Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 28-29
• Ghosts of Fort Pierce Past Historic Walking Tours – The exciting ghost tours in downtown Fort Pierce return. Reserve early – this event is always a sell-out. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tours leave every 15 minutes and last about 1 hour. Each night features different tours with volunteers dressed as characters from the city’s past. Distance is about ½ mile. Wear comfortable shoes and arrive 15 minutes early. See mainstreetfortpierce.org this month for updates. 466.3880

NOVEMBER 2020

Sunday, Nov. 1
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ENDS
Move clocks back 1 hour.

Tuesday, Nov. 3
ELECTION DAY

Wednesday, Nov. 11
VETERANS DAY

Thursday, Nov. 26
THANKSGIVING

DECEMBER 2020

Sunday, Dec. 6
• Sights & Sounds on Second Street Holiday Festival and Parade – The popular festival once again kicks off the holidays in Fort Pierce with the annual lighting of the tree and a parade. Theme and grand marshal to be announced. Check with mainstreetfortpierce.org for all the details. Festival 1-5 p.m. Parade begins at 4 p.m. 466.3880

Thursday, Dec. 10
HANUKKAH BEGINS

Friday, Dec. 18
HANUKKAH ENDS

Friday, Dec. 25
CHRISTMAS

• FridayFest – Downtown Fort Pierce, 5:30-9 p.m. (None in July) Call for rain date. 466.3880
Third Friday
• Coffee with Mayor of Fort Pierce – Fort Pierce Yacht Club, Veterans Memorial Park, 8 a.m. 466.3880
• Art Walk – Historical downtown Fort Pierce and Peacock Arts District, 5-8 p.m.