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Latin Jazz Performance by the Robert Navarro Quintet
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Robert Navarro is an accomplished New York City performer with more than 25 years of experience as a professional pianist, teacher, arranger and producer. Mr. Navarro holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from The City College of New York and a Master of Arts from New York University. He has…
Concert/Live Music, Events
Saxophonist Jeff Rupert & UCF’s Flying Horse Big Band
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UCF’s premier jazz ensemble, the Flying Horse Big Band, swings under the direction of Jeff Rupert. He is the Director of Jazz Studies at UCF, saxophonist, composer, record producer, and recording artist. Rupert has been a featured soloist on dozens of recordings with artists including Sam Rivers, Mel Tormé, Diane…
Concert/Live Music, Events, Music Events
Jazz Concert by Vocalist Mickey Freeman
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MICKEY FREEMAN is a self taught vocalist who began her career in Boston in 1980 when she became a member of the 30’s/40’s campy swing group, The Boo-Bette Band, who toured throughout New England. In 1982 she formed the vocal-based group, The Ritz which was inspired by the likes of…
Cultural Events, Events, History Events
10th Annual Founders’ Day
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The Field family arrived on Merritt Island in 1868 and each year they held a community event celebrating their new home. Every spring the Fields gathered with their neighbors and friends to celebrate this special day and we proudly carry on their tradition and invite you to join us! Food…
Boating & Fishing, Fishing Charters, Things to Do, Water Sports
Coastal Fishing Expeditions
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Coastal fishing expeditions specializes in inshore and nearshore fishing. Captain Alex Hughey is a 31 year old Florida native who strives to provide the best fishing experience the space coast has to offer, catering to all ages and skill levels!
Concert/Live Music, Cultural Events, Events, Music Events
Straight-Ahead Jazz Concert by the Larry Brown Quintet
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Straight – ahead live jazz by south Florida pianist LARRY BROWN featuring DAN JORDAN on tenor sax, SCOTT DICKINSON on trumpet, DOUG MATHEWS on bass and CLAUDIO BERARDI on drums. Larry leads one of the most accomplished straight-ahead jazz groups in the Mid-Atlantic area, having performed at An Die Musik,…
Boating & Fishing, Fishing Charters, Things to Do, Water Sports
Dirty Dolly Fishing Charters
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Join our HIGHLY QUALIFIED Fishing Guide Captain Trex and the DIRTY DOLLY Crew for a deep-sea fishing charter in the captivating waters off of Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral! Our custom-built 35’ boat provides a fast and comfortable trip offshore as we hunt a huge variety of fish including Sailfish,…
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Bobalicious
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Boba tea, is a cold frothy drink made with a tea base shaken with flavors, sweeteners fruit tea or milk tea with tapioca pearls or add fruit-flavored toppings and Fat Straw required! Must try in house Special Signature Boba Tea Drinks you won’t find it any where else only at…
Annual Events, Arts & Crafts Events, Cultural Events, Educational Events, Events, History Events, Kid Friendly Events
Merritt Island Pioneer Day
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The 13th Annual Pioneer Day is a Family Friendly day filled with activities and programs celebrating the early pioneers of Merritt Island. The historic John H. Sams Homestead and the historic St. Luke’s Episcopal Church set the sites for opportunities for families and friends to learn about the lifestyles of…
Educational Events, Events, History Events, Kid Friendly Events, Space Related Events
Kennedy Under the Stars
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Kennedy Under the Stars returns on August 30, 2025 at 6:30pm for a celestial after-hours experience at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex! We are turning back the clock 25 years for some Y2K nostalgia. Join us for: Glow-in-the-Dark Retro Fun: Dance the night away at NASA Central’s techno glow party,…