Jul 26 Friday
compared to the tulip fields in Holland for their beauty. The 40+ varieties of red, white, and pink, and all combinations of the colors is truly a work of art. This annual festival celebrates the beautiful plant with bus tours of caladium growers, caladium exhibits, art competitions and vendors, bulb and plant sale, antique cars, and live entertainment. This year will also see the special addition of the “Caladium Flyer” from Sugar Express, Florida’s only historic steam-powered passenger train. One-hour train trips will depart Lake Placid on Friday and Saturday at 10am, noon and 2:00pm each day. The festival is free to attend. Train tickets are $30.
The Downtown Art Gallery, located at 400 Orange Street in the heart of downtown Titusville, is thrilled to announce their July Spotlight Artist, Candi Hauck Church. A masterful potter, Candi brings a captivating variety of her works to our gallery.
Since 1999, Candi has been the driving force behind the pottery studio at the North Brevard Art League. As the director, she not only teaches classes but also oversees the studio, nurturing the next generation of artists.
Candi’s artistry is a dynamic blend of techniques. “I sculpt, hand build, and throw on the wheel. My work is always evolving as I strive to work cleaner, merge methods, and explore new color palettes. The possibilities are endless, and teaching continuously inspires me to learn new things,” she shares.
Experience Candi’s extraordinary work and more thru July, during our summer hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CLOSED SUNDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY. For more information, call 321-268-0122.
The Indian River Queen cruises along the gentle Indian River Lagoon (ICW). All three decks open for all to enjoy. The Queen’s dining room and main bar is located on the main deck. "Penny’s Party Deck" & bar are located on the 2nd deck. Topside is the perfect deck to enjoy the sights along the river bank, a snuggle with your loved one, moon gaze or sunbathe!6:30pm Boarding begins with a keepsake photo taken on the bow7:00pm UnderwayBBQ Dinner Buffet opens in the Queen’s room Feel free to sit inside or out, during this casual night on the river.9:30pm Return to the dock. Event concludesDINNER MENU:Black Angus Beef Brisket & Smoked TurkeySauces: Mean Mr. Mustard, Swisha Sweet, Swisha HeatCreamy House Slaw (v)Asian Broccoli Salad (v)Creamy Mac 'n Cheese (v)Veggie & Humus Board (v)Smoked Out BeansCollard GreensMini Sweet Hawaiian RollsPickles & OnionsFresh Fruit SaladDelicious Desserts*(v) VegetarianBeverage and Cash Bar Service (credit cards accepted)Boarding from Cocoa Village Marina: 90 Delannoy Avenue, Cocoa, Florida.Adult: $79 ++ Child (under 12) $55++Groups welcome.
Enjoy delicious Cryderman's BBQ and live entertainment from the the talented Joe Calautti, as the Indian River Queen cruises along the gentle Indian River Lagoon (ICW). All three decks open for to enjoy. The Queen’s dining room and main bar is located on the main deck. "Penny’s Party Deck" and bar are located on the 2nd deck. Topside is the perfect deck to enjoy the sights along the river bank, a snuggle with your loved one or gaze at the moon!ABOUT JOE:Joe is a Songwriter, musician and vocalist who has lived and performed around the Space Coast since 1993. He's is Lead Vocalist and Guitarist with The Kore Band "Classic Rock", Juiced! Band variety, The Joe Show "Celebrity Tributes" and performs as a Solo covering many genres of music. He has also entertained as DJ for hundreds of weddings/parties as well as an On-Air Radio personality on many stations including (102.7 fm WHKR The Hit kicker Rockledge, Fl.) He specializes in Jingle writing, voice overs and radio spots. His celebrity tribute's include - Johnny Cash, Neil Diamond, Sinatra, Roy Orbison, Willie, Elvis, SRV, Tom Jones, Tony Orlando, Joe Cocker,and more..DINNER MENU:Cryderman’s Black Angus Beef Brisket & Smoked Turkey BreastCreamy House Slaw (v)Creamy Mac & Cheese (v)Smoked Out BeansCollard GreensQUEEN’S Broccoli Salad (v)Veggie & Humus Board (v)Chips & Salsa (v)Mini Sweet Hawaiian RollsPickles & Onions (v)BBQ Sauces (v)Fresh Fruit Salad (v)Delicious Dessert Cups (v)NA beverages included: coffee/tea/ water/ sodas.Enjoy your favorite cocktail at the bar. Cash or credit cards accepted.Boarding: 6:30pmUnderway: 7:00pmDinner service begins in the Queen’s roomEvent concludes: 9:30pmBoarding from Cocoa Village Marina: 90 Delannoy Avenue, Cocoa, Florida.$79 pp ++
July 26-August 4thFriday/Saturday: 8 pmSunday: 2pmGeneral Admission: $20
In the week following a small town America school shooting, members of a community try to come to terms with who is to blame for the tragedy. It recounts the character’s stories of that day and the guilt they feel about their actions and how they may have attributed to the events that occurred despite having no knowledge or control. Due to the content of the show, it is suggested for ages 16+.
This is the premiere of original work by Cheryl Navo.Directed by Nancy Matican-Bock
The Arlan Ropp Playwright Award was founded in 2001 to offer local Brevard County playwrights an opportunity to present original full-length plays on Surfside’s stage with talented actors and staff. Original and never produced Full Length plays are solicited and assessed by an anonymous panel of judges. The submission deemed “Best Play” will be fully produced in its entirety. The winning playwright will also be awarded a cash prize of $500. Upon completion of the production, the playwright will be encouraged to submit the play to state and national competitions.
Jul 27 Saturday
Open House at Green Gables for May will be each Saturday, May 4th, May 11th, May 18th, and May 25th. Time is 10 AM to 2 PM
Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village1501 S. Harbor City Blvd.Melbourne, FL 32901Phone: 321-306-8635
$10 for a tour; children 12 and under are free
Drone Photograph by Bob Bernier Photography
Green Gables remains a living history museum situated on over 1 acre of green space on the Indian River Lagoon and serves as a community outreach center for you to enjoy. Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village, Inc. has reached a milestone with the acquisition of Green Gables, the home and property. After protecting Green Gables from demolition, the next stage begins the rehabilitation of this landmark over time, transforming her to her former grandeur. The 127-year-old historic home remains “Melbourne’s Bridge to the Past”. The Wells family vision and generosity brought many firsts to the area for Melbourne. They gifted the area with Wells Park, the first auditorium, the first library, establishing the first high school, and many more community projects, all of which have been enjoyed by several generations. We invite you to come and visit Green Gables and learn more about the architecture, the family, and with your help, our plans for the future of Green Gables.
Green Gables is the 128-year-old Queen Anne historic home of the Wells family, one of the generous benefactors who played a key role in the development of early Melbourne. At this time Green Gables needs our community members to embrace the nonprofit’s vision for this architecture and family legacy to be safeguarded. Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village, Inc. is establishing a plan to rehabilitate and restore the home under the Dept. of Interior’s rules for historic properties. This will be an ambitious endeavor where we will need the community’s support to be successful.
Last tour begins at 1:30 PM
Address: 1501 S. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901
The Space Coast Weavers & Fiber Artists will meet at 10 am on Saturday , July 27, at the Merritt Island Public Library, 1195 N. Courtenay Parkway. Following a short meeting and member Show & Tell, Judith Schwab will present a workshop on “Copper as Textile.”
Judy will demonstrate how thin copper sheets can be used as a textile by cutting, embossing, weaving and more. Attendees will then have an opportunity to play with copper.
Judy Schwab began studying jewelry making and metal smithing in the early' 70’s. Gradually she used thinner and thinner metal until she was able to use it as a textile - weaving strips, sewing parts together, and sometimes combining it with paper, fabric, paint, rope, yarn. Her mixed media work has been in shows and galleries from Florida to New York and she has won a variety of awards. You can view her work and writings at www.judyschwab.com The meeting is free and open to the public. There is a $5 fee for workshop supplies. Students should bring scissors, white glue,and a thick magazine or pad of paper to use as a work surface.
Since 1983 SCW&FA has been Brevard’s go to guild for fiber arts: spinning, weaving, basketry, rug hooking,and more. The guild helps fiber artists, beginning or advanced, learn through workshops and the informal exchange of ideas. They also work to educate the public about the fiber arts. For more information call Jeanie McCormack at 321-266-1610.
Palm Bay Lodge 397 Free and Accepted Masons are hosting a blood drive at2300 Dairy Road, West Melbourne, FL 32904PO Box 120143, Melbourne, FL 32912-0143From 10 to 2pm on 27 July, 2024