May 2012

Brevard Zoo is bringing back robotic dinosaurs with a brand new exhibit and experience for families! Dinosaurs: Dead or Alive? opens February 18, 2012 featuring life-sized animated, robotic dinosaurs. The temporary exhibit runs February 18 to May 28, 2012...

EMMA'S ATTIC at the Titusville Playhouse, Inc. presents THE TEMPEST by William Shakespeare. Written in 1610, this epic tragic comedy set on a remote island, revolves around Prospero a magician and exiled Duke of Milan. Wanting to restore his...

3 p.m. to 4 p.m. every Tuesday (Ages 8-16) Sidewalk chalk coloring book for art ideas. Each participant will be given the opportunity to display their best art work. Prizes will be awarded. Fee will be $1 for residents and $1.50 for non resident. Continuous...

The MIMA Foundation will host the USTA Pro Tennis Classic featuring 8 days of action packed women’s professional tennis on Florida's Space Coast! Hosted at the beautiful Kiwi Tennis Club in Indian Harbour Beach, FL, the tournament allows world-class...

Based loosely on Puccini's La Boheme, RENT is about falling in love, finding your voice, and living for today.  New York City is a dream for some, an urban nightmare for others.  A group of young East Village bohemians -- filmmaker Mark, musician...

Hungarian Masterworks, From Impressionism to Modernism will be on exhibit at the Foosaner Art Museum from March 31 - May 27. This thought-provoking collection of modern Hungarian art presents a rare and intimate look at the Soviet dominance...

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The City of Cocoa's Farmers Market is held every Wednesday from 9am - 4pm in Mryt Tharpe Gazebo Square in downtown historic Cocoa Village. Vendors will have fresh produce, jams, sauces, fruits, honey, flowers and more for sale!

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The Indian River Festival is among Brevard's longest-running festivals. Set for May 3-6, 201 on 20 scenic acres along the beautiful Indian River Lagoon, directly across from Kennedy Space Center at Sandpoint Park!   Expect family-oriented...

Every Thursday from 9am-4pm, the City of Rockledge hosts a farmers market at McLarty Park on the corner of Barton Blvd. Items sold include: fresh produce, honey & jellies & jams, baked goods, flowers & plants, handmade soap & bodycare, and...

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The Brevard County Farmers Market is held every Thursday from 3pm - 6pm in Wickham Park Pavilion (next to BCC parking lot) in Melbourne, FL. Vendors will have fresh produce, jams, sauces, fruits, honey, flowers and more for sale!

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Downtown historic Titusville, Florida comes alive every Thursday evening with their crowd pleasing Thursday Night Live - Free Live Concert Series held at Nevins Courtyard, adjacent to Route 1. Most of the TitusNite's events are absolutely free or...

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As apart of their 2011-2012 season, the Henegar Center for the Performing Arts presents Prelude for a Kiss. Rita and Peter are getting married.  Soon after exchanging wedding vows, an elderly gentleman asks the bride for a kiss and they magically...

9am-5pm The 49th annual Platinum Coast Orchid show will feature spectacular orchid exhibits created by commercial growers and amateur exhibitors. Even better, the growers will have thousands of orchid plants for sale to the general public. The Orchid...

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One of the Space Coast's biggest music festivals returns in 2012!  Staged along 400 acres of lakes, beaches and towering palms in Wickham Park in Melbourne FL., RUNAWAY COUNTRY is a music ticket you don't want to miss!  Last year's...

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One of Broadway's most sultriest musicals will hit the Space Coast as the Cocoa Village Playhouse presents CABARET THE MUSICAL from May 4-20, 2012. This Broadway hit based on a book written by Christopher Isherwood, CABARET THE MUSICAL features...

On Friday, May 4 at at 10 a.m., Nature for Little Ones at the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary will include a walk and fun interactive lesson about local flowers.  For ages 3 to 5.  This event is free.  

Every Friday from 6 – 9 p.m., The Avenue Viera hosts live music. Listeners are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs and relax in Central Park, or enjoy the music while shopping or dining on one of The Avenue’s restaurant patios. Event...

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6 p.m- 10 p.m. Every first Friday of the mont, the City of Cape Canaveral will host the Friday Fest in Manatee Park, 701 Thurm Blvd. in Cape Canaveral, Florida.  This is a family-friendly event so expect children's activities, live entertainment,...

5:30pm- 7:30pm Enjoy the fine art of live jazz music with David Wills at the Foosanar Art Museum's monthly Jazz Friday! This local favorite is free for Museum Members, $10 for non-members. Jazz Fridays are presented in part by WFIT (89.5...

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The U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame will host the 2012 Induction Ceremony on Saturday, May 5, 2012 to honor heroes of the U.S. Space Program.  Astronauts being honored include:  Franklin R. Chang-Dìaz, Kevin P. Chilton and Charles...

  The Cruise In Antique Car Show will be a combination antique car show and Cinco de Mayo Experience in downtown historic Titusville, Florida! This family-friendly event will run from 2:00pm - 6:00pm in Sand Point Park and will feature a great...

The Historical Pritchard House will be the host of the "Run for the Roses" Kentucky Derby party to be held on Saturday, May 5 from 4pm-7pm.  Watch the race on a jumbo screen, enjoy mint juleps, complimentary snacks and music by Folk singer...

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Every Saturday at 10 a.m., the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary hosts a 45-minute guided nature hike is offered. Hikers should bring hats, water, and walking shoes. Located in the southern limits of the City of Titusville, the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary preserves...

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5K Run thru the Blueberries to benefit the Cornish Family and Reece's Rainbow will run along 2.4 miles on paved road and then finish around the blueberry field! Expect great door prizes and each participant can pick a pint of...

  Spend a half day with Keiser University's Chef Garrison as he presents this hands-on culinary class that will begin with an introduction to the ingredients, flavor profiles, and the various cooking techniques used during the day's...

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The historic Pritchard House will celebrate both May Day and the Kentucky Derby on Saturday May, 5.  From 10:00 - 2:00, the House will celebrate May day with a May-pole dance, basket making, and garden tours.  Then from 4:00 - 7:00, the...

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This timeless classic comes alive in this fun-filled Broadway- style musical. Follow the yellow brick road and join Dorothy in her adventures “over the rainbow.” Connection to academic areas: Literature, Theatre, Music. Suggested audience: kindergarten–grade...

Catch the Brevard County Manatees as they face a the St. Lucie Mets in a grueling four-day match-up at Space Coast Stadium in Viera, FL!  General admission tickets are only $7.00; Active & Retired Military (must show ID) are $5.00; and Children...

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Steve Trash - Trash & Recycle Show blends ecological lessons and green-themed magic tricks into a high-energy musical that's coming to the Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts in Melbourne, FL.  Suggested audience: ...

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American Red Cross Blood Drive hosted by Victory Casino in honor of former employee Big Norm Bullock. 3-7pm May 9. Donate blood, sail FREE!  http://ow.ly/asrn1. Norm Bullock was their Entertainment Manager who passed away last October at the age of...

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The Mosier Brothers Band will perform live at the Henegar Center for the Performing Arts in historic downtown Melbourne, Florida. Fronted byJeff Mosier, Johnny Mosier and David Blackmon the Mosier Band plays bluegrass that will have you stomping...

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The Melbourne Civic Theatre presents The Elephant Man by Bernard Pomerance.  Based on deformed Londoner and freak show attraction, Joeseph Merrick.  Based in the latter part of the nineteenth century, the play follows him from being found...

The Rolling Stone's album Sticky Fingers will come alive on Friday, May 11 at the King Center for the Performing Arts!  Founded in 2003 by Craig Martin,Classic Albums Live takes classic albums and recreates them live, on stage - note for note,...

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5:30pm-8:30pm Bring the entire family out for a night of live music and activities! Hosted by Melbourne Mainstreet, Downtown Melbourne's Friday Family Fest is a family-friendly event held every 2nd Friday of the month in downtown Melbourne.

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Bring the family out to experience Dino Dare & Dino-mite Mom Challenge!  A paleontologist guide will give you the inside scoop into dinosaurs. They’ll keep you on your toes while discovering new things, and experiencing our exhibit...

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 Brevard County Parks and Recreation is sponsoring a COMMUNITY CAMPOUT the second weekend in May!  From 5pm on Friday, May 11, 2012 until 9am Saturday, May 12, 2012, F. Burton Smith Park will be host to this family friendly event that...

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Every second Saturday of the month, Mainstreet Titusville hosts the Artisan Village from 10am-2pm. What began as a plein air exhibit of only three artists has blossomed into a full-blown community event! Expect to enjoy the flavor of an array of artistic...

Scottsmoor Flatwoods Sanctuary will hold a public workday on Saturday, May 12 from 9am-1pm.  Come help the Environmentally Endangered Lands Program by maintaining trails at the Scottsmoor Flatwoods sanctuary. Participants should wear clothing...

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Sebastian Inlet State Park continues its fall/winter concert series with Johnny Mackin, former member of Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band.  Come enjoy an evening with Johnny Mackin, who'll play a full catalog of Jimmy Buffet songs...

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Formed over a dozen years ago by a group of students at Indiana University, Straight No Chaser, lives up to its name in an era when so much pop music is the product of digital processing and vocal pro-tooling.  Straight No Chaser is the real deal-...

Come Walk On The Wild Side is the annual fundraiser for Animal Love, Inc. a nonprofit organization who's aim is to educate the general public about local wildlife. This family-friendly event which will be held at Max K. Rhodes Park, 3410 Flanagan...

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Fort Christmas will celebrate Old Timer's Day the second Saturday in May.  This family friendly event will begin at 11am and will feature a barbeque lunch, where Seniors 65 and over eat free, live music, kid's activities and more!...

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The Run for the Gecko Hawaiian Luau 5K  is the Running Zone's premier race and the last race of the Running Zone race series. Centered around an Hawaiian Luau theme, Run for the Gecko Hawaiian Luau 5K is a family oriented day to help raise...

Join the National Kidney Foundation on the beach at the 2012 Cocoa Beach Kidney Walk and the NKF Circle of Life Paddle-Out (in remembrance of our loved ones & honoring those who lost their lives/fighting kidney disease). To be held on Saturday,...

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Carla Funk, Director of University Museums, will host a special CURATOR'S TOUR  on Saturday, May 12 at 10:30 a.m. in the Museum Galleries.  The tour will include a guided tour of the exhibition Hungarian Masterworks, From Impressionism...

Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day with the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, May 12. This event will feature a three hour bird tour in the refuge shuttle bus, an opportunity to make a bird feeder and giveaways and nature workshops! ...

Treat mom on her special day with a Mother's Day Cruise aboard the Indian River Queen! In the Queen's room Mom's and their families will enjoy a wonderful dinner which is prepared by the catering team at the Black Tulip, an upscale...

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Mom's ride free on Mothers Day on Island Boat Lines. Mothers must be accompanied by a full paying adult passenger to get their free boarding pass. Adult boarding pass rate is $28.per person This offer is limited availability so reservations are...

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Treat mom to an eco adventure at Forever Florida and enjoy a fun nature-filled day on either a coach, horseback or zipline safari!  Afterwards sit down for a beautiful meal in the Cypress Restaurant complete with some fun extras...

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Watch the Brevard County Manatees as they take on the Daytona Cubs in a thrilling, three-day match-up at at Space Coast Stadium in Viera, FL!  General admission tickets are only $7.00; Active & Retired Military (must show ID) are $5.00; and...

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Each 3rd Tuesday of the month, the City of Cocoa's Porcher House host a tea and lunch from 11:30am-1:00pm. Come out and enjoy great food, friends and live entertainment! Tickets are $14.00 per person.

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Have fun and do your part for the environment by making an Oyster mat! Every third Wednesday of the month, an Oyster Mat-Making Workshop will be held at Riverwalk: A Family Park, 5355 US Hwy 1, in Rockledge. The workshops overseen...

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Noon - 01:00 PM The Enchanted Forest will host a nature talk while you eat lunch! This event is free. The Enchanted Forest Sanctuary is located on the north side of State Route 405, 1/2 mile west of U.S. Route 1, in south Titusville.

Do you have a need for speed? Then you should mark your calendars for 2012 Super Boat Race slated May 17-20 in Cocoa Beach, FL.  Experience the thrill of off shore racing by coming out for the 2012 Super Boat Race in Cocoa Beach!  Slated for four...

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Catch the Brevard County Manatees as they face the Fort Myers Miracle in a four-day matchup at Space Coast Stadium in Viera, FL!  Nightly Promotions THURSDAY Thirsty Thursday Start the weekend early with Thirsty Thursday drink specials - 20-oz...

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The City of Cape Canverals' "Movie in the Park" will be held at Manatee Park on Friday, April 20th at 8:00 pm. This event is FREE for everyone!  Bring a lawn chair or blanket.  The Canaveral Police Athletic League will be...

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Every third Friday of the month, the iconic Indian River Queen Paddle Boat hosts a Friday Night Dinner Cruise down the Indian River.  Boarding begins at 6:30 from the Cocoa Village Marina:  90 Delannoy Ave. Cocoa Florida.  Underway from 7-9:00. ...

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Stroll the streets of downtown Cocoa Village and view some amazing pieces by local crafters and artists and visit the many unique village shops. The Summer Arts & Craft Fair is open daily from 10am-5pm. Call the Historic Cocoa Village Association for...

Go green by helping the Brevard County Environmentally Endangered Lands Program maintain the trails at the the FoxLake Sanctuary.  Participants should bring water and insect repellant and dress for the outdoors. 

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 To raise awareness and allow the community to meet in person, ride, and get pictures with retired racehorses, Hidden Acres Equestrian Center is hosting a Thoroughbred Meet and Greet. Events will be held monthly on Saturdays from 1-3 pm.  Food...

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The Ruth Funk Center for Textile Arts presents FLORIDA IN FABRIC an exhibit showcasing quilted visions of the Florida experience—a hand-stitched “postcard” from the Sunshine State focusing on the state's diverse images of tropical...

Every third Saturday of the month, Dixie Cruisers Cruise In hosts a car show at the Beef O'Brady's in Merritt Island 1450 N. Courtenay Parkway.  Expect classic cars, 50/50 raffle prizes and entertainment.

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6pm-9pm Every third Saturday of the month, the City of Palm Bay hosts The Palm Bay Skate Jam Liberty Park, 895 Carlyle Avenue SE in Palm Bay, Florida. This FREE event is family friendly and a fun night for all.  Bring your own skates,...

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Take an eco-tour like no other! Join a Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge volunteer for a guided three hour driving nature tour on the refuge. Space is limited for this driving tour. Bring water and insect repellant. Call 321-861-5601 for reservations.   From...

2 - 4 p.m. Sunday, May 20 Big day of fun for the kids as they connect with nature and the outdoors!  Nature activities between 2:00 and 4:00pm. 'Flowers' is the theme of this month's Forest Funday.  Admission is free for the...

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More than 40 talented dancers will take the stage for GALMONT BALLET's Gala of the Future to be held at the King Center for the Performing Arts!  Under the direction of Frank Galvez and Lucia Montero this spectacular evening will highlight the future...

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8:30a.m. Participate in a survey to identify butterflies in several habitats for the Butterfly Monitoring Network and the North American Butterfly Count. No experience necessary. Bring water, snack and insect repellant. Call 321-861-5601 for information...

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Presented in partnership with the Suntree Community, the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra will host a ‘Concert in the Park’ on Sunday May 20 at 7550 Spyglass Hill Road in Melbourne, FL. The afternoon event's theme will be Stars & Stripes...

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Kennedy Space Center's Visitor Complex will host NASA's Third Annual Lunabotics Mining Competition from May 21-26. The university-level competition hosts more than 60 college's who were challenged to design and build a Lunabot, an...

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Blast off on an Overnight Adventure like no other at Kennedy Space Center Visitor's Complex!  When you camp out on at KSC you can expect to meet an actual NASA astronaut, experience a larger-than-life IMAX® film and solve the “Great...

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Elite anglers consider Florida’s east coast one of the surf fishing capitols of the world. Why? Is it the size of the fish caught in these waters? Anglers do catch tarpon over 100 pounds from these beaches! Or maybe it’s the number of fish surf...

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7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Swingtime Jazz Band presents its "May Flowers Ball" at the Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd. in Melbourne.   Dance tickets are $5 in advance or $6 at the door. Swingtime, considered one of the finest jazz and...

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Get ready for home grown music at its best as StoneFire Art Studios and Gallery, 2500 S. Washington Avenue in Titusville, hosts STOKEFEST 2012 on Saturday, May 26!  The five act festival includes local bands: Dull Blades Let Me Drive Southern Fried...

Dixie Crossroads will host the 1st annual Crawfish Boil on Saturday, May 26 from 5pm-8:30pm!  Admission for the Boil is only $20 in advance and $25 at the door and covers food.  Live music is also scheduled along with beer specials and tons of...

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On Memorial Day Weekend, Brevard County will experience the pomp and pageantry of the Caribbean as BCASCA in partnership with Brevard County Parks and Recreation, presents the 15th annual Caribbean Jamboree at Palm Bay Regional Park. This FREE two-day...

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noon-6pm The Space Coast Pride festival will celebrate its 5th Anniversary this coming Memorial Day weekend with a huge bash sure to attract thousands to Florida's Space Coast.  Hailed as the largest GLBT pride festival on the central east...

Ever last Sunday of the month, the Creative Arts Foundation of Brevard, Inc. hosts The Music on the Hill concert series at the Friendship Fellowship of Pineda, 3115 Friendship Place in Rockledge, Florida.  This family-friendly event features outstanding...

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On Sunday, May 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. join the Brevard Zoo for their 2nd annual Ice Cream Social in the Nyami Nyami River Lodge. This family-friendly event features a chance to sample a variety of delicious cold treats from different local vendors,...

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9:30am-12pm The City of Cocoa will salute our fallen veterans of war with a Memorial Day Celebration at Riverfront Park in Cocoa Village.  There will be a Guest Speaker, special Flag folding ceremony, 21-gun salute, the playing of...

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Grab a friend or bring the family out to watch the Brevard County Manatees as they take on the Daytona Cubs at Space Coast Stadium in Viera, FL! General admission tickets are only $7.00;  Active & Retired Military tickets (must...

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