Oct 16 2010
Indian River county Community Calendar, updated Oct. 7
New Listings
4-H Haunted House: 1110 U.S. 1, Vero Beach, 6-11 p.m., Oct 15-16; 22-24; 28-31. $3-$5. (772) 473-6877; jeanne@marvinsmanagement.com.
Masquerade Ball: Building a, Barefoot Bay Boulevard, Micco, 7 p.m., Oct. 23. $5.
Photography Workshop: Hands-on workshop using HDR. Cafe 1901, 1901 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 23. $99. Register: (772) 643-6994; adventurephotographyworkshops.com.
Festival Of Trees: Decorated trees, vendors, activities, entertainment, breakfast with Santa, holiday concert. Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 20; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 21. Ticket: (772) 231-6990. Fundraiser for Riverside Children’s Theatre. Also: Silver Bells Preview 9:30 a.m., Nov. 19 for seniors. Gala preview 6:30 p.m., Nov. 19.
Canoeing: Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 7:30-10 a.m., Oct. 16, 30. $7-$15. Reservation: (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.
Trek, Tracks Nature Walk: Narrated stroll along boardwalks, mulched trails. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Oct. 16. (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.
Alex Sink: Meet, greet gubernatorial candidate. Joey’s bistro, next to Panera’s, Vero Beach, 2-3 p.m., Oct. 9.
VA Seminar: Explanation of application process to get VA aid and attendance. Isles of Vero Beach, 1700 Waterford Drive, Vero Beach, 1:30 p.m., Oct. 9. Senior Veterans. Reservations: (772) 778-7888.
Breakfast With Santa: Part of Festival of Trees weekend. Riverside Theatre, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 8:30 a.m., Nov. 20. $10. Ages 2+. Tickets: (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.
Critter Discovery: use a seine net to collect animals in the lagoon. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 11 a.m.-noon, Oct. 16. $15/family. Ages 7+. Reservation: (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.
Green Living Workshops: Make a bat box for your yard. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 11 a.m.-noon, Oct. 16. $50/family. Reservation: (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.
Touch Tank Encounter: Hands-on experience with critters. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 2-4 p.m., Oct. 10. (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.
Touch Tank Encounter: Hands-on experience with critters. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-noon, Oct. 9. (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.
Plant Clinic: ask a Master Gardener your gardening questions. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-noon, Oct. 9. (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.
OCTOBER EVENTS
Flu Shots: Marine Bank and Trust, 571 Beachland Blvd., Vero Beach, 9-10 a.m., Oct. 8, $25. (772) 231-6611; maureen@nicolacemarketing.com.
Buy Pink, get a Gift: Vero Fashion Outlets, I-95 and S.R. 60, Vero Beach, Oct. 8-11. $50-$75 donation. Benefits breast cancer research. (772) 770-6097; verobeachoutlets.com.
Thrift Shop Bag Sale: Fill a bag of clothing for $3. St. Vincent dePaul Thrift Shop, 1745 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 8-9. (772) 567-6774.
Brant Christopher: Filming “Kingdom” music video at Family Jamboree. Indian River County Fairgrounds, 58th Ave., Vero Beach, 7:30 p.m., Oct. 9. brantchristophermusic.com.
Sunset Saturday Night Concert: Category 5 with the Storm Horns. Humiston Park, Vero Beach, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Oct. 9.
Soulfege Jazz: Surf Club Hotel, 4700 N. State Road A1A, Vero Beach, 2-6 p.m., Oct.9. (772) 231-1600.
Junior/Senior Production: “America before Columbus,” “Shut and Bar the Door.” Vero Beach High School Freshman Learning Center, Black Box Theatre, 1507 19th St., Vero Beach., 7:30 p.m. Oct. 9; 2 p.m. Oct. 10. $5. (772) 564-5449.
Family Jamboree: Concerts, exhibitions, kid zone, prizes, karaoke contest, demonstrations. Indian River County Fairgrounds, Vero Beach, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Oct. 9. Donation. (772) 563-0430; familyjamboreeirc.com.
Triathlon: Jaycee Park, 4200 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Oct. 9. $20. Ages 15+. meetup.com/Fort-Pierce-outside-adventure-club.
Fellsmere Riding Club: Mauldin Memorial Youth Rodeo Buckle Series. Riding Club Arena, 13101 99th St., Fellsmere, 5 p.m., Oct. 9. (772) 473-0989; booyah1952@aol.com.
Toss it To The KIRB: Select items available for free. Reuse Exchange Center, 6200 20th St., Vero Beach, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 9. (772) 226-7738; kirb.org.
Boutique Grand Opening Party: Caught Ya Lookin at Sandy’s Boutique, Cumberland Farms Plaza, 957 Sebastian Blvd., Suite C, store opens 1-7 p.m., Oct. 9. (772) 388-9996; .
Walker Brothers Circus: old Fellsmere School, 22 S. Orange St., Fellsmere, 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m., Oct. 10.
AARP Safe Driving: Refresher course, new laws. IRSC, Brackett Library, College Lane, Vero Beach, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Oct. 10, 13. $12-$14. Ages 50+. Register: (772) 226-7919.
Social Justice Film Series: “The People Speak,” documentary. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Vero Beach, 1590 27th Ave., 7 p.m., Oct. 10. (772) 778-5880; .
Columbus Day Book Sale: Friends of the Library Used Book Depot, 1670 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 11-16. theusedbookdepot.blogspot.com.
Bromeliads: Speaker Dennis Cathcart. Garden Club of Indian River County, 2526 17th Ave., Vero Beach, 6:30 p.m., Oct. 11. (772) 713-6007; irbromeliadsociety.org.
AARP Safe Driving Course: Refresher course and new traffic laws. Leisure Square, 3605 16th St., Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-noon, Oct. 11-12. $12-$14. Ages 50+. Register: (772) 299-9745; EMW5800@aol.com.
Vero Beach City Council Candidate Forum: Indian River Tea Party. Performing Arts Center, 1707 16th St., Vero Beach, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Oct. 12. Broadcast live on WTTB 1490 AM.
College Night: at private home in Vero Beach, 7-11 p.m., Oct. 23. $125. Ages 21+. Education Foundation fundraiser. Reservation, details: (772) 564-0034.
Theater Classes: Riverside Children’s Theatre Fall Session 2. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 4-5 p.m., Oct. 12-15, Oct. 18; 5-6 p.m., Oct. 13, Oct. 15, Oct. 18. $25+. Ages 4-9. (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.
Creative Writing Workshop: Offered by WriteByNight, LLC. Cultural Council of Indian River County, 2041 14th Ave., Suite a, Vero Beach, 6-8:30 p.m., Oct. 12, 19, 26. $165. Ages 18+. (512) 322-5242; writebynight.net.
Kayak Exploration: Explore spoil islands. Capt Hiram’s Resort, 1606 N. Indian River Drive, Sebastian, 9:30 a.m., Oct. 12. $35. Ages 2+. Reservation: (772) 202-0220; floutdoor.com. Also: round Island Park, 9:30 a.m., Oct. 14.
Candidate Forum: Meet candidates for County Commission, School Board, City Council. Garden Club of Indian River County, 2526 17th St., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., Oct. 13.
National Alliance on Mental Illness: showing “Unlisted: a Story of Schizophrenia,” followed by expert panel discussion. United Way, 1836 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 6 p.m., Oct. 13. Reservation: (772) 569-2046; .
Cha Cha Classes: Sebastian Community Center, 1805 N. Central Ave., 8 p.m. $10. Adults. (772) 388-3683; desiretodance.com.
Senior Activities Fair: Explore classes, programs. Schumann Hall Senior Center, 694 14th St., Vero Beach, 3-7 p.m., Oct. 14. $5. (772) 469-2062; .
Financial Workshop: Financial workshops with David Sommerville of Edward Jones. Indian River Public Library, 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach, 11 a.m.-noon, Oct. 14. RSVP: (772) 562-9750; david.sommerville@edwardjones.com.
Financial Workshop: Foundations Of Investing. Indian River Public Library, 1600 21st St., Vero Beach, 11 a.m-noon, Oct. 14. RSVP. (772) 562-9750; david.sommerville@edwardjones.com.
Haunted House: The Labyrinth. 1048 Main St., Sebastian, 7:30 p.m., Oct. 15-16, 22-23, 26-31. gfwcsebastianjrs.org.
Boo at The Zoo: Haunted trail, magicians, jugglers, costume contests, Carnival of Creepy Creatures. Brevard Zoo, 5:30-9:30 p.m. (last admission 8 p.m.), Oct. 15-17; Oct. 22-24; Oct. 29-30. $8-$10. (321) 254-9453; brevardzoo.org.
Member Appreciation Days: Food, prizes. Indian River Federal Credit Union, 11638 U.S. 1, Sebastian, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 15. Also: 2800 20th St., Vero Beach, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 22. irfcu.com; (772) 770-5020.
Bavarian Oktoberfest: Vero Beach Elks Lodge 1774, 1350 26th St., 5:30 p.m., Oct. 15. $20. (772) 562-8450.
Bake, Rummage Sale: Small flea market items, baked goods. Irish-American Society Clubhouse, 1316 20th St., Vero Beach, 8 a.m.-noon, Oct. 16. (772) 234-6694.
Bat Box Workshop: Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 11 a.m., Oct. 16. $50. DiscoverELC.org; (772) 589-5050.
Joseph Madigan Golf Tournament: Sebastian Elks. Sebastian Municipal Golf Course, 101 E. Airport Road, Sebastian, 7:45 a.m. shotgun start, Oct. 16. $60. (772) 589-0746; secsebelks2714@yahoo.com.
1/2 Marathon, Health Expo: Breakfast available. Riverside Park, Vero Beach, 6:30 a.m. race, 8 a.m. health fair, Oct. 16. $5 breakfast. Benefits Healthy Start Coalition. beachsidehalfmarathon.com; .
Barbecue Day: Flea market, food, music, silent auction, bake sale, jet funny car. Roseland Volunteer fire House, 129th Court, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 16. $5-$10. Benefits scholarship, Roseland residents. (772) 589-5180.
Golf Tournament: Four-person teams. John’s Island, West Course, 7:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. shotgun start, Oct. 16. $200 per player. Benefits Saint Edward’s athletic programs. steds.org; (772) 231-4136.
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR/AED: Three-year certification. American Red Cross, 206 17th Ave, Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 16. $50. Ages 13+. (772) 778-2832.
Seas The Day Flotilla: Melbourne to Juno Beach ending at Indian River Lagoon, Fort Pierce Turning Basin, 1 Melody Lane, 9 a.m.-noon, Oct. 16. $25/boat. Also: Captain’s cookout at Marina Square Park, 2-10 p.m.; Admiral’s Roast at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, $100. marinecleanupinitiative.org/seastheday. (772) 528-0675; .
Scholar-In-Residence Program: Author Maggie Anton. Temple Beth Shalom, 365 43rd Ave., Vero Beach, 5-6:30 p.m., Oct. 16. $10. Reservation: (772) 569-4700.
Flea Market: Proceeds support veterans, auxiliary projects. Charles L. Futch Unit 189, 807 Louisiana Ave., Sebastian, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Oct. 16. $10/table. (772) 589-9766.
Party In The Park: Public safety day, touch-a-truck, free games and crafts. Seacoast National Bank, 6030 20th St., Vero Beach, 2-5 p.m., Oct. 16. (772) 564-8816; seacoastnational.com.
Crown Jewel Marching Band Festival: Vero Beach High School Citrus Bowl, 16th Street. Preliminaries 10 a.m., finals 6:30 p.m., Oct. 16. $10-$12. Benefits Vero Beach High School Band. (772) 564-5537; crownjewel.vero-beach.fl.us.
Seussical Auditions: Musical. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m., Oct. 16. Ages 8+. (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.
Trick or Treat Train: Halloween event for preschoolers. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m., Oct. 16. $10. Ages 3-4. (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.
Screen on The Green: Outdoor movie. Heritage Park at Pointe West, 1999 Pointe West Drive, Vero Beach, 7 p.m., Oct. 16. (772) 794-9912; pointewestflorida.com.
Dinner, Movie: Movie “Central Station”. Unity of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Ave., Vero Beach, 6 p.m., Oct. 16. Adults. $15.00. (772) 562-1133; unityofvero.com.
Treasure Coast Bridal Expo and Fashion show: Heritage Center, 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach 1-4 p.m., Oct. 17. $7. Benefits Vero Heritage Inc. (772) 770-2263.
Author Talk, Book Signing: Maggie Anton discusses “Rashi’s Daughters.” Temple Beth Shalom, 365 43rd Ave., Vero Beach, 5 p.m., Oct. 17. $10-$200. Reservation: (772) 569-4700.
Italian Dinner: GFWC Treasure Coast Women. Elks Lodge, Vero Beach, 3-6 p.m., Oct. 17. $8-$12.50. Benefits local charities. (772) 538-2067; .
“On Golden Pond”: Open auditions, men 35-80; women 35-75; one boy, 13. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2020 San Juan Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., Oct. 11, Oct. 18; 2 p.m., Oct 17, boys passable for 13. (772) 562-8300; verobeachtheatreguild.com.
Beginning Family History: Family history research classes. Indian River County Main Library, 1600 21st St., Vero Beach, 2-4 p.m., Oct. 18, 25. Adults. Reservation: (772) 770-5060; .
FYI on LLI: Fall open house for Lifelong Learning Institute programs. Richardson Center, Mueller Campus, Vero Beach, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Oct. 19. Ages 50+. RSVP: (772) 462-7880; irscfoundation.org.
Charles Gruppe Workshop: Women’s Club, 1534 21st St., Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 20-22. $220-$245. Register: (772) 231-0303; VeroBeachArtClub.org.
Florida Humanities Series — Frederic M. Hitt: Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., Oct. 21. (772) 778-5249; TheEmersonCenter.org.
Fnancial Workshop: making Sense Of Retirement. Indian River Public Library, 1600 21st St., Vero Beach, 11 a.m-noon, Oct. 21. RSVP. (772) 562-9750; david.sommerville@edwardjones.com.
Happy Hour For happy Kids: Live piano, raffle prizes, fitness tips. Stax Restaurant, 1931 old Dixie Highway, Vero Beach, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Oct. 21. $15 donation. Benefits Childcare Resources of Indian River. RSVP: (772) 453-5015; highhealin@gmail.com.
Remember When: Music. Sebastian Inlet State Park, 9700 S. A1A, Melbourne, 7-9 p.m. Oct. 22.
Vero Beach Art Club Members Invitational Exhibit: Vero Beach Museum of Art Education Wing, 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, Oct. 23-Nov. 21. (772) 231-0303; VeroBeachArtClub.org.
Fall Festival: Scarecrow contest, pumpkin patch, hayrides, pony rides. LaPorte Farms, 7700 129th St., Sebastian, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 23. (772) 633-0813; LaPorteFarms.com.
Golf Tournament: Master’s Academy Patriot Classic. The Club at Pointe West, 1999 Pointe West Drive, Vero Beach, 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Oct. 23. $75. Register: (772) 794-4655; Mastersvb.org.
Fall Festival at The Farm: Pumpkin patch, pony rides, hay rides, petting farm. Carousel Party Acres, 15055 93rd St., Fellsmere, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 23. $5. carouselpartyacres.com.
Walk a Mile In her Shoes: Anti-domestic violence event. Indian River Medical Center, 1000 36th St., Vero Beach, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Oct. 23. (772) 223-2399; .
Lifeguard Readiness Class: Teaches teamwork, stroke improvement, first-aid skills, how to use rescue equipment, physical training requirements. Palm Bay Aquatic Center, 420 Community College Parkway, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 23. Ages 11-14. $30. (321) 952-2232.
Howl-O-Ween Canine Costume Pawrade: Dog Park, 12th St., 16th Ave., Vero Beach, 1-5 p.m., Oct. 23. (772) 567-8969.
Occasionally Clay: St. Edward’s lower School, Room 141, 1895 St. Edward’s Drive, Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-noon, Oct. 23, Nov. 20, Dec. 11. $50/class. Grades 2-5. steds.org/ExternalStudies.
Haunted House: Wicked Woods, Fairytale Forest annual Haunted House at Riverside. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 5-8 p.m. Oct. 23; 5:30-9:30 p.m., Oct. 23, 29, 30. $5, $8-$10. Ages 5+. Also: costume party, 4-5 p.m., Oct. 23. (772) 231-6990. riversidetheare.com.
Gymnastics: Register for fall session. Leisure Square Fitness Center, 3705 16th St., Vero Beach, 8 a.m., Oct. 23. Ages walking-13. (772) 770-3775; covb.org.
Fight The Flu: Nurses will administer flu shots; educators will answer questions. Indian River Mall, 6200 20th St. Room 471, Vero Beach, mall hours, weekends through Oct. 24. $28. (888) OK-WELLCHECK; wellcheck.com.
“Using Divine Power” Workshop: Unity of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Ave., Vero Beach, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Oct. 24-25. Adult. $25.00. (772) 562-1133; unityofvero.com.
Weight Loss Workshop: Alternative Medicine Family Care Center, 3408 Aviation Blvd., Vero Beach, 6 p.m., Oct. 25. RSVP: (772) 778-8877. drjosefina.com.
Creative Writing: Workshop. Cultural Council of Indian River County, 2041 14th Ave., Suite a, Vero Beach, 6-8:30 p.m., Oct. 27-Dec. 15. $240. Ages 18+. Register: (512) 322-5242; writebynight.net.
Stress Reduction: IRSC, 6155 College Lane, Vero Beach, 10-11:30 a.m. Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17. $45. Age 50+. Register: (772) 462-7880; irscfoundation.org/lifelong learning.
Business Plan: Benefits, marketing plan, financial schedules. Indian River County Chamber, 1216 21st St., Vero Beach, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Oct. 27. Register: (772) 567-3491. score308.com.
Family Fun Night: Children eat free, giveaways, trick-or-treat in costume around Sexton Plaza. Mulligan’s Grille and Raw Bar, Vero Beach, Oct. 28. (772) 492-6744.
National Candle Light Vigil: Raise awareness, Narcotics Overdose Prevention and Education (NOPE). Riverview Park, 650 U.S. 1, Sebastian, 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. vigil, Oct. 28. (772) 770-5028; NOPETaskForce.org.
Financial Workshop: Protecting What’s Important. Indian River Public Library, 1600 21st St., Vero Beach, 11 a.m-noon, Oct. 28. RSVP. (772) 562-9750; david.sommerville@edwardjones.com.
Computer Skills: For adult learners. IRSC, 6155 College Lane, Vero Beach, 1-3 p.m., Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19. Ages 50+. Register: (772) 462-7880; irscfoundation.org/lifelong learning.
Brit Bash: Celebration of British motorcars, motorcycles, Riverside Park, Vero Beach, Oct. 30. Car registration: (772) 770-0083. Also: Meet, greet barbecue. Marriott’s Spring Hill Suites, 5115 Indian River Blvd., Oct. 29.
Fellsmere Halloween Party: Costume contest, music, trunk or treat contest. little League Park, Broadway, C.R. 512. 7:30 p.m., Oct. 29.
Oktoberfest Celebration: Authentic German cuisine; music by Annie and co. Irish-American Society Clubhouse, 1316 20th St., Vero Beach, 4 p.m., Oct. 30. $12-$15. (772) 567-7164.
Starbucks, GAL Partner Up For Children: looking for volunteers, Starbucks, 1235 S. U.S. 1, Vero Beach, 10-11 a.m. Oct. 30. Ages 18+. fnf4kids.org.
SRHS Prism Concert: Prism tickets on sale. Sebastian River High School, 9001 Shark Blvd., Sebastian, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 30; Nov. 13, 8 a.m.-noon. $5-$25. (772) 564-4387; .
“Telling Tales”: Historic site tours by the Indian River County Historical Society. Brookside Cemetery, 4-6 p.m., Oct. 30; Hallstrom House, 1-3 p.m., Nov. 13; Jungle Trail, 10 a.m.-noon, Jan. 15; Kitching Switch, 10 a.m.-noon, Feb. 19; Ranch tour, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., March 19. Ages 10+. $60-$80 for series. Tickets: (772) 778-3435; irchistorical.org.
Halloween Hustle 5K and Tot Trot: Cross-country 5K/1 mile kid run to benefit Maitland Farm Preschool. Polo Grounds, 12th Street, Vero Beach, 5K 7:30 a.m.; 1 mile kid run 8:15 a.m., Oct. 30. $5-$25. (772) 567-1713; halloweenhustle.yolasite.com.
Halloween Events: Parade, costume contest, goody bags for children under 17. Parade 10 a.m., Oct. 30 from Freshman Learning Center to Vero Beach Community Center, 2266 14th Ave. Contest at Community Center following parade. covb.org; (772) 567-2144.
“Scarecrows In The Park”: display of 25 scarecrows designed by local businesses groups, schools, individuals. Riverside Park, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturdays; noon-8 p.m., Sundays; 5-8 p.m., Monday-Wednesday; Oct. 30-Nov. 3. $1; benefits charities of Rotary Club of Vero Beach Oceanside. Also: “Pixies In The Park” event for children, Oct. 31. Sponsorship information: (772)473-1036.
Trick or Treat at BOOtanical Garden: Scarecrows, sweets. McKee Botanical Garden, 350 U.S. 1, Vero Beach, 6-8:30 p.m., Oct. 31. $5-$9. (772) 794-0601; mckeegarden.org.
NOVEMBER EVENTS
Chocolate, Champagne, Chefs: Chocolate tasting. Quail Valley River Club, 2345 S.R. A1A, Vero Beach, 6 p.m., Nov. 1. $125. Adults. (772) 770-6000; bbbsbigs.org.
Family History: Writing workshop. Cultural Council of Indian River County, 2041 14th Ave., Suite a, Vero Beach, 6-8 p.m., Nov. 2-23. $165. Ages 18+. Register: (512) 322-5242; writebynight.net.
Financial Workshop: Tax-Free Investing. Indian River Public Library, 1600 21st St., Vero Beach, 11 a.m-noon, Nov. 4. RSVP. (772) 562-9750; david.sommerville@edwardjones.com.
Basic First Aid Course: Three-year certification. American Red Cross, 2506 17th Ave., Vero Beach, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Nov. 4. $35. Ages 13+. (772) 562-2549.
Master Of The King Of The Hill: Tennis tournament, raffle. The Boulevard Village and Tennis Club, 1620 Boulevard Village Lane, Vero Beach, 5 p.m., Nov. 5, 12, 19. $8. Benefits Youth Guidance. (772) 770-5040; ircyouth.com.
Horseback Poker Ride and CSO Open House: St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park, 1000 Buffer Preserve Drive, Fellsmere, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Nov. 6. $20 first hand; $5 each additional. (772) 643-4925; nbbd.com/npr/cpa.
Bonsai Exhibit: Brevard Zoo, Wickham Road, Melbourne, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Nov. 6-7. brevardzoo.org; (321) 254-9453.
“The happy Prince”: Presented by Riverside Children’s Theatre’s Touring Company. Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 1:30 p.m. Nov. 6-7. $6. Ages 5+.
Nautical Flea Market: Riverside Park, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, Nov. 6-7.
Nutcracker tales and more: Learn the dance of the Sugarplum Fairy, try on Rudolph costumes and fly away to the story of “The Night before Christmas!” Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, Vero Beach, 10-11 a.m., Nov. 6. $10. Ages 3+.
Yard Sale/Bake Sale/Raffle: St. Francis Manor, 1750 20th Ave., 1750 20th Ave., Vero Beach, 8 a.m., Nov. 6. (772) 562-8575; stfrancismanor@aol.com.
Swing: Dance, pizza. Heritage Center, 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 7-9:20 p.m., Nov. 10. $5-$7. Ages 45+. (772) 643-8838; VeroHeritage.com.
Community Awareness Dinner: By Starting Life Over. Holy Cross Catholic Church, 500 Iris Lane, Vero Beach, 6 p.m, Nov. 11. Ticket: (772) 559-1418.
Growing Healthy Writers Workshop: Educates children. Riverside Park, 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Nov. 11. Ages 10+. $50. (772) 584-2451; shop.perfectedpenpublishing.com.
Jazzoo: Concerts. Brevard Zoo, Wickham Road, Melbourne, noon-2 p.m. Nov. 12. $25. Also: 5:30-9:30 p.m., Nov. 12. $125. Reservation: (321) 254-9453 ext.234; e-mail .
International Fest-of-Ale and Fine Wine: Firefighters’ fine wines and beer sampling event. Pointe West Event Field, 1999 Pointe West Drive, Vero Beach, 5-9 p.m., Nov. 12. $25-$30. Ages 21+. (772) 567-2201; ircffa.org.
Firefighters’ Chili and Salsa Cook Off: Pointe West Event Field, 1999 Point West Drive, Vero Beach, 4-9 p.m., Nov. 13. (772) 567-2201; ircffa.org.
Habitat Cracker Hoedown: Hors d’oeuvres, cash bars, dinner, silent auction, music by Dreamer, Heritage Bluegrass Band. Riverside Park, Vero Beach, 6:30-10:30 p.m., Nov. 13. $80-$150. Tickets: (772) 562-9860, ext. 229, ext. 209; irchabitat.org/Habitat-HoeDown.html.
Sparkling Jazz: Tasting and toasting to benefit Childcare Resources. Trinity Episcopal Church, 2365 Pine Ave., Vero Beach, 2-5 p.m., Nov. 14. $100-$125. Ages 21+. (772) 567-3202; .
Start Small Business: Fundamentals, marketing planning, capital, credit, permits, structure, taxation, regulations. Indian River County Chamber of Commerce, 1216 21st St., Vero Beach, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Nov. 17. Register: (772) 567-3491. score308.com.
Indian River Symphonic Association — BBC Concert Orchestra: Community Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd St., 7:30 p.m., Nov. 18. $50. Tickets: (772) 778-1070.
Golf Tournament: bent Pine Golf Club, 6001 Clubhouse Drive, Vero Beach, 12:30-5:30 p.m., Nov. 19. Benefits Environmental Learning Center. Ages 21+. $300. Reservation: (772) 589-5050. DiscoverELC.org.
Festival Of Trees: Fundraiser; holiday displays; silent auction. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 21. $3-$7. Also: Breakfast with Santa, 8:30 a.m., Nov. 20; holiday concert 4 p.m., 7 p.m., Nov. 20. (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.
Boat show: Dealers, products. Riverside Park, Riverside Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Nov. 20-21. (772) 562-7922; verobeachboatshow.com.
DECEMBER EVENTS
Florida Humanities Series — Frank and Lisa Thomas: Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., Dec. 2. (772) 778-5249; TheEmersonCenter.org.
Night Of Lights: Decorations, refreshments, auction. Tara Plantation, 7555 20th St., Vero Beach, 7-10 p.m., Dec. 3. Benefits area charities.
Christmas In The Park: Riverside Park, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 4-5. (772) 336-0606; info@brokenmold.com.
Bubbles, Bags and Bling for Classy Chicks: Holiday bazaar of jewelry, fashions, shoes, bags, scarves, chocolates. Italian American Club, 1600 25th St., Vero Beach, 1-5 p.m., Dec. 5. $5. (772) 562-6877; winwhitney@gmail.com.
Swing For Health Golf Classic: Hawk’s Nest Golf Club, 6005 old Dixie Highway, Vero Beach, noon, Dec. 6. $275/player; $1,100/foursome. Fundraiser for Indian River Medical Center Foundation. (772) 226-4952; .
Sales Tax: Collecting taxes, resellers certificate, responsibilities, procedures. Indian River County Chamber of Commerce, 1216 21st St., Vero Beach, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Dec. 15. Register: (772) 567-3491. score308.com.
2011 EVENTS
Celebrated Speakers Series — Peggy Noonan: Author and political columnist. Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 4 p.m., 7 p.m., Feb. 5. $220-$275. (772) 778-5249.
Indian River Symphonic Association — Brevard Symphony Orchestra: Community Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd St., 7:30 p.m., Jan. 16, March 6, April 3. $50. Tickets: (772) 778-1070.
Florida Humanities Series — Mary Fears: Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., Jan. 20. (772) 778-5249; TheEmersonCenter.org.
Indian River Symphonic Association — Opole, Philharmonic of Poland: Community Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd St., 7:30 p.m., Jan. 29. $50. Tickets: (772) 778-1070.
Adventures with Dr. Seuss: stories, songs and set tour of the upcoming show, “Seussical, Jr.” Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, Vero Beach, 10-11 a.m., Jan. 29. Ages 3+ $10.
Celebrated Speakers Series — Patrick Jake “P.J.” O’Rourke: Political satirist. Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 4 p.m., 7 p.m., Jan. 15. $220-$275. (772) 778-5249.
“Fusion of Fashion and Fun”: Fashion show, afternoon tea to benefit Growing Healthy Kids. Windsor Beach Club, 2-5 p.m., Feb. 1. Tickets, sponsorship: IRCulture.com.
Indian River Symphonic Association — German State Philharmonic: Community Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd St., 7:30 p.m., Feb. 5. $50. Tickets: (772) 778-1070.
Florida Humanities Series — Raymond Arsenault, Ph.D.: Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., Feb. 10. (772) 778-5249; TheEmersonCenter.org.
Indian River Symphonic Association — Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra: Community Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd St., 7:30 p.m., Feb. 15. $50. Tickets: (772) 778-1070.
B.L.O.G. show: Preview to the miss Hibiscus Pageant. Heritage Center, 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 2-4 p.m., Feb. 20. $5. Girls 16-21. (772) 778-8800; mainstreetverobeach.org.
Celebrated Speakers Series — Zbigniew Brzezinski: Author and a former national security adviser. Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 4 p.m., 7 p.m., Feb. 26. $220-$275. (772) 778-5249.
Disney Sing along: Sing and dance to Disney classics. Ajay Roxy 10, 10-11 a.m., Feb. 26. Ages 3+. $10.
Founders and Friends Event: To honor Sunshine Physical Therapy founders Pastor Jack Diehl and family of Silvie Perrella. Heritage Center, 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 5-8 p.m., Feb. 27. $35. (772) 562-6877; .
Florida Humanities Series — Andrew Huse: Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., March 10. (772) 778-5249; TheEmersonCenter.org.
Celebrated speakers series — Gwen Ifill: Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 4 p.m., 7 p.m., March 19. $220-$275. (772) 778-5249.
Monkey Around With Curious George: Share “Curious George’s Big Book of Curiosity,” learn a monkey’s uncle dance and construct your own Curious George puppet. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, Vero Beach, 10-11 a.m., March 26. Ages 3+. $10.
Celebrated speakers series — Paul Krugman: Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 4 p.m., 7 p.m., April 9. $220-$275. (772) 778-5249.
Hibiscus Festival: Pageant, festival, and nighttime street party. Vero Beach, 14th Avenue, 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m., April 15-16. (772) 480-8353; mainstreetverobeach.org.
Be a Pirate: Read about Pirate Pete, learn a Yo Ho dance and visit the set of Riverside Children’s Theatre’s “How I became a Pirate!” Ajay Roxy 10, 10-11 a.m., April 16. Ages 3+. $10.
Florida Humanities Series — Shawn Bean: Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., April 21. (772) 778-5249; TheEmersonCenter.org.
