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Social Justice Film Series: “Poisoned Earth.” Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Vero Beach, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., Sunday, March 7. Free. (772) 778-5880; uufvb@bellsouth.org.

An Evening of Hope II: Fundraiser. Florida Institute of Technology’s Scott Center for Autism Treatment, 150 W. University Blvd., Melbourne, 6-9 p.m., April 9. Sponsorships available. (321) 674-6100; research.fit.edu/scottcenter/evening_of_hope_2.php.

The Met Meets Melbourne: Show tunes, popular songs and arias performed by opera stars. Florida Institute of Technology’s Gleason Auditorium, 150 W. University Blvd., Melbourne, 4 p.m., April 25. $50. Tickets: (321) 752-5835.

Sustainable Living Expo: Learn how to save money and resources. Community Center, 2266 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., April 10.

FEBRUARY EVENTS

Weight Loss Event: Lose 30 lbs. in 30 days. Alternative Medicine Family Care Center, 3408 Aviation Blvd., Vero Beach, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Feb. 22. Free. Register: (772) 778-8877.

Vero’s Top Chef Challenge: Quail Valley River Club, 2345 S.R. A1A, Vero Beach, 6 p.m., Feb. 22. $175-$195; benefits Homeless Family Center. (772) 567-5537; homelessfamilycenter.com.

Pontoon Cruise: Cruise to Pelican Island. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Feb. 23, 25. $6-$14. Reservation: (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.

Blood Drive: The Blood Mobile will be at the Florida Eye Institute, 2750 Indian River Blvd., Vero Beach, 9-11 a.m., Feb. 23. (772) 569-9500; fleye.com.

HIV/AIDS/Blood Borne Pathogens: American Red Cross, 2506 17 Ave., Vero Beach, 5:30-9 p.m., Feb. 23. $25. (772) 562-2549.

Brown Bag Lunch: “Monofilament Recovery and Recycling.” Lagoon House, 3275 Dixie Highway N.E., Palm Bay, noon-1 p.m., Feb 23. Free. (321) 725-7775; mrcirl.org.

Extreme Entrepreneurship Tour: America’s top young entrepreneurs who suceeded before the age of 30 visit with IRSC. Sunrise’s Black Box Theatre, 117 S. Second St., Fort Pierce, 8 a.m. Feb. 23. Free. cctiirsc.com.

Project Management: IRSC, Mueller Campus, Schumann Center, Room D212, Vero Beach, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Feb. 23. $129. irsc.edu/ccti; (888) 283-1177.

Open House/Tour: Harvest Food & Outreach Center, 1360 28th St., Vero Beach, 9-10 a.m. Feb. 24. (772) 770-2665; info@harvestfoodoutreach.org.

Sunset Canoeing: On Indian River Lagoon. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 2:30-5 p.m., Feb. 24. $7-$15. Reservation: (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.

Pontoon Cruise: Pelican Island. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 9-11 a.m., Feb. 24. $6-$14. Reservations: (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.

Singles Dance: Pizza, dancinng. The Heritage Center of Vero Beach, 2140-14th Ave., Vero Beach, 7-9:30 p.m., Feb. 24, March 3. $5.-$7. Ages 45+. BYOB. (772) 643-8838; www.VeroHeritage.com.

Angels Help Our Kids Take Flight: Dinner. Sun Aviation Hangar, Vero Beach, 6 p.m., Feb. 24. $225. Benefits Boys and Girls Clubs of Indian River County summer camp scholarships. (772) 299-7449.

Grand Harbor Community Outreach Bridge Luncheon: Oak Harbor Club, Indian River Blvd., Vero Beach, 10:30 a.m. sign-in, Feb. 24. $70. Reservation: (772) 562-8840.

Treks, Tracks: Guided nature walk. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Feb. 24. Free. (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org. Also: 9:30-10:30 a.m., Feb. 27. 2-3 p.m. Feb. 28.

Indian River County Historical Society: Book social series focusing on Florida history. Hallstrom Farmstead, 1723 Old Dixie Highway S.W., Vero Beach, 2-4 p.m., Jan. 28, Feb. 25, March 25. $20-$25. Reservations: (772) 562-6790; hildie01@aol.com.

“Talking Drums”: History and sound of African drumming with Myron Jackson, drummer and griot. Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., Feb. 25. Free. Reservations: (772) 778-5249.

Tie-bration: Celebrating the mission of Dollars for Scholars as exemplified through the life of the late board member Darby Gibbons. Northern Trust, 755 Beachland Blvd., Vero Beach, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Feb. 25. $100 per person; benefits Morris A. Darby Gibbons Memorial Scholarship.

Historical Society Book Social Series: Review and discuss four books about Florida history. Hallstrom House, 1723 Old Dixie Highway SW, Vero Beach, 2-4 p.m., Feb. 25, March 25, April 22. $15-20. Reservations: (772) 778-3435; indianriverhisto@bellsouth.net.

Fertilizing Your Landscape Properly: Master Gardener Lecture Series. Indian River County Extension, 1028 20th Place, Vero Beach, 10 a.m., Feb. 25. Free. Register: (772) 770-5031; indian.ifas.ufl.edu.

Golden Oldies Dance: Live performance of The Dolls. North County Aquatic Center, 9450 95th St., Sebastian, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Feb. 26. $3-$5. (772) 581-7665.

Astronomy Lecture: Zoltan Levay, “Pictures from Data: Unveiling Hubble’s Colorful Universe.” Florida Institute of Technology, F.W. Olin Engineering Complex, Room EC118, University Boulevard, 8 p.m., Feb. 26. (321) 674-7717; fit.edu/aapls.

Hiking the Preserve: Naturalist guides you through St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park. St. Sebastion State Park, Buffer Preserve, Sebastion, 9-11 a.m., Feb. 26. $3. Reservations: (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.

“Fantastic Mr. Fox”: Anne Morton Theatre, Riverside Children’s Theatre Annex, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m., Feb. 26; 7:30 p.m., Feb. 26-27; 10:30 p.m., Feb. 27-28. $8. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

Dance: Music by the Dolls, with Jerry the singing DJ. North County Aquatic Center, 9450 95th St., Sebastian, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Feb. 26. $3-$5.

Dance: With Tony Martin and The Swingables. Sebastian Community Center, 1805 N. Central Ave., 7:30-10 p.m., Feb. 26. $10. (772) 388-3683; desiretodance.com.

Gem, Jewelry, Bead Show: Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Feb. 26-28. $4, good for repeat admission. (321) 674-5700.

Introduction to Tellington Touch Workshop: Adoption and Education Center, Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County, 6230 77th St., Vero Beach, 1:30-5 p.m., Feb. 27. $10. Register: (772) 388-3331 ext. 18.

Food Festival: Italian American Civic Association, 1600 25th St., Vero Beach, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Feb. 26-27; 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Feb. 28. (772) 778-1522; iacavb@aol.com.

Rummage Sale: Breakfast and lunch available. St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 13075 U.S. 1, Sebastian, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Feb. 26-27. (772) 581-5525.

Sunrise Canoeing: On Indian River Lagoon. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 8-10:30 a.m., Feb. 27. $7-$15. Reservation: (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.

Babysitting Camp: American Red Cross, 2506 17th Ave., Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Feb. 27. Ages 11-15. $40/1 day; $60/both days. Register: (772) 562-2549.

“Beauty and the Beast”: Waxlax Center, St. Edward’s School, Vero Beach, 2 p.m., 4 p.m. Feb. 27. $5-$10. (877) 725-8849; ticketalternative.com.

Night Sounds Concert Series: Trilogy. Pavilions at Coconut Point, Sebastian Inlet State Park, 7-9 p.m., Feb. 27. Free; park admission $2-$8. (321)984-4852; floridastateparks.org/sebastianinlet.

Gospel Concert: The Toney Brothers. Fellsmere First Baptist Church, 107 N. Magnolia St., Fellsmere, 7 p.m., Feb. 27. Free.

Have a Heart for Haiti: Event for all levels of yoga friends; wear read to show your “heart for Haiti.” Heritage Center, Vero Beach, 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 1 p.m., 3 p.m., Feb. 27. $30; all funds go to U.S. Fund for UNICEF. JulieCielo@aol.com.

Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Young Artists In Concert: Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center, 1707 16th St., Vero Beach, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 27. $20. (772) 564-5537.

Daddy, Daughter Dance: Polish American Social Club, Vero Beach, 6-8:30 p.m., Feb. 27. Ages 3-9, with father. $30 per couple. ircrec.com; (772) 226-1732.

The Orchid Ball Presents: McKee’s annual benefit. McKee Botanical Garden, 350 U.S. 1, Vero Beach, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 27. (772) 794-0601; mckeegarden.org.

Fourth Annual International Festival: Florida Tech Panthereum, 150 W. University Blvd., Melbourne, noon-5 p.m., Feb. 27. Free. All ages. (321) 674-8053; fit.edu/internationalfest.

Yoga Fundraiser: Have a Heart for Haiti, wear red. The Heritage Center, 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 1-4 p.m., Feb. 27. $30. Benefits U.S Fund for UNICEF. (772) 713-9617.

Order of St. Luke Healing Mission: For all seeking healing of body, mind, spirit. Christ Church, 925 14th Lane, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Feb. 27. Offering. Lunch available, call (772) 562-8670.

Expedition McKee: Journey back to prehistoric times. McKee Botanical Garden, 350 U.S. 1, Vero Beach, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Feb. 27. $25-$50. Reservations: (772) 794-0601; info@mckeegarden.org.

Treasure Coast Transcendental Meditation Program: Decrease Stress - Optimize Health and Fulfillment. Micco Library, 7921 Ron Beatty Blvd., Micco, 10:30 Feb. 27. Free. RSVP: (772) 226-0302; tm.org.

Guardian ad Litem Program: Recruitment Coffee. Starbucks Coffee, 1235 U.S. 1, Vero Beach, 10-11 a.m., Feb. 27. Ages 19+. (772) 871-7225.

Bridal Show: Thirty local vendors, mall retailers, preview bridal fashion. Indian River Mall, Vero Beach, noon-4 p.m. Feb. 28 Free. (772) 770-9404; indian-river-mall.com.

Four Chaplains Memorial Service: St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 13075 U.S. 1, Sebastian, 3 p.m., Feb. 28. (772) 571-0230.

Sunshine’s Founder’s and Friends Event: St. John of the Cross Parish, 2355 82nd. Ave , Vero Beach, 5-8 p.m., Feb. 28. $25. Reservations: (772) 562-6877; sunshinept@bellsouth.net.

Sunshine’s Founders and Friends Event: To celebrate the families of founders Florence Schlitt and William Graves. St. John of the Cross Church, 2355 82nd Ave., Vero Beach, 5-8 p.m., Feb. 28. $25. (772) 562-6877.

Canoeing: Canoe trip in lagoon. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 1-3:30 p.m., Feb. 28. $4-$10. Reservation: (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.

Speaking with Thread Exhibit: Textiles presenting stories through imagery and symbolism. Ruth Funk Center for Textile Arts, Florida Tech, 150 W. University Blvd., Melbourne, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday, Jan. 30-April 24. Free. All ages. (321) 674-8313; http://textiles.fit.edu.

MARCH EVENTS

Bowling for Soup with The Supervillians: Capt Hiram’s SandBar, 1606 Indian River Drive, Sebastian, Doors open 6:30 p.m., March 1. $15-$18. (772) 589-4345; hirams.com.

AAUW Book Review Breakfast: Featuring Joseph Ellis, Vero Beach Museum of Art. Richardson Center, Muller Campus, Indian River State College, College Lane, Vero Beach, 9:30 a.m. continental breakfast, 10 a.m. book review, March 1. Free. (772) 231-1267.

Computers: TurboTax. Board of Realtors, 2182 Ponce de Leon Circle, Vero Beach, 7-8:30 p.m., Mar. 1. (772) 778-1838; vbcg.org.

CASTLE Memory Field IRC: CASTLE and Seacoast National Bank Dedicate Memory Field. Press Journal Building, US Hwy. 1, Vero Beach, 5:30-6 p.m., March 2. www.exchangecastle.org.

Parenting Seminar: Growing healthy kids and families.The Majestic 11, 940 14th Place, Vero Beach, 6-7:30 p.m., March 2. Free.

Open House/Tour: Harvest Food & Outreach Center, 1360 28th St., Vero Beach, noon-1 p.m. March 3. (772) 770-2665; info@harvestfoodoutreach.org.

Ballroom Dancing Live Band Concert: Heritage Center of Vero Beach, 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 7-9:30 pm, March 3. $5-$7. Ages 45+. (772) 643-8838; VeroHeritage.com.

Fundraising Workshop: Penelope Burk, “Donor Stewardship & Donor Centered Fundraising.” Richardson Center, IRSC Mueller Campus, Vero Beach, 8 a.m.-noon, March 3. $40-$50. Reservations: kerry@ircommunityfoundation.com.

Book Signing and Cocktail Reception: Alchemy: A Passion for Jewels by Temple St. Clair. Veranda, Vero Beach, 4-8 p.m., March 4.

Vero in the Ice Age: Four paleontological experts will talk about ice age Vero and fossils. The Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., March 4. Free. (772) 778-5249; TheEmersonCenter.org.

National Christian College Fair: Master’s Academy, 1105 58th Ave., Vero Beach, 9-11 a.m., March 5. Free. (772) 794-4655.

World Day of Prayer: “Let Everything That Has Breath Praise God.” Community Church, 1901 23rd St., Vero Beach, 9:30 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. service, March 5. (772) 567-8802.

“The Producers”: Henegar Center, Melbourne, 2 p.m. Sundays, 8 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays, March 5-28. $20-$22. (321) 723-8698; henegar.org.

Workshop: “Reveal Your Inner Wisdom” with Ken Ng. The Club at Vero Senior Living Apartments, 6885 20th St., Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., March 6. $49; bring a lunch. Reservations: kenng005@gmail.com by March 1.

Keeping a Garden Journal Class: McKee Botanical Garden, 350 US Highway 1, Vero Beach, 10:30 a.m.-noon, March 6. $12-15. Register: (772) 794-0601; info@mckeegarden.org.

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss: Pre school program celebrates Dr. Seuss with songs, dance and crafts. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m., March 6. $10 per parent/child. Ages 3-4. Reserve: (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.

Health Fair: Sebastian Catholic Church, 13075 US 1, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., March 6. Free. (772) 589-4595; phyll12345@att.net.

Garage Sale: Vero Beach Community Center, 2266 14th Ave., 8 a.m., Mar. 6. $10 per table. Reservation: (772) 770-6517; covb.org.

Car Show: More than 300 cars on display. Riverside Park, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mar. 6. Free. Bring non-perishable food for needy families in area. (772) 567-8920.

Craft Show at Riverview Park: Riverview Park, U.S. 1 and C.R. 512 E., Sebastian, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., March 6. Free. (772) 388-5244; karlamp.1@juno.com.

Botanical Fest Plant & Garden Sale: Vendors from all over the state. Florida Tech, 150 University Blvd., Melbourne, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., March 6. All ages. (321) 674-8962; facilities.fit.edu/botanical_garden_fest.php.

Ray Kurzweil: Emerson Center’s Celebrated Speakers Series Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 4 p.m., 7 p.m., March 6. $65. (772) 778-5249; TheEmersonCenter.org.

Citrus Gala, Cattle Barons’ Ball: Hangar of Paris Air, 3300 Airport West Drive, Vero Beach, 7 p.m., Mar. 6. $200. (772) 562-2272 ext. 115.

Rummage Sale: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 900 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Mar. 6. Benefis preschool. (772) 567-8193.

Fade Into Focus: Christian music. His Way Cafe, Vero Beach, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Mar. 6. $5. Ages 18+. myspace.com/hiswaycafe39.

Auditions for Disney’s Mulan Jr.: Open auditions for Riverside Children’s Theatre production. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m., March 6. Ages 8+. (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.

Relay For Life Yard Sale: Charity Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. 2360 27th Drive SW, Vero Beach, 7 a.m.-2 p.m., March 6. Free.

Treasure Coast Chorale: “In the Mood” a salute to the big bands. First Baptist Church, 2206 16th Ave. Vero Beach, 3 p.m., 7 p.m., March 7. Offering.

Brevard Symphony Orchestra: With conductor Christopher Confessore and pianist Terrence Wilson. Community Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd St., Vero Beach, 7:30 p.m., March 7. $30. (772) 778-1070.

EcoFest: Animals, music, crafts, food, educational booths. Environmental Learning Center, west end of Wabasso Bridge, noon-4 p.m., Mar. 7. Free admission. DiscoverELC.org.

Distinguished Lecturer Series: President Pervez Musharraf of Pakistan. Stark Mainstage and Waxlax Stage, Riverside Theatre, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 4 and 6 p.m., March 8. $65. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

WriteByNight Creative Writing Workshops: Informational event. Cultural Council of Indian River County, 2036 14th Ave., #103, Vero Beach, 6 p.m., March 8. Ages 18+. (914) 420-0821; writebynight.net.

Indian River Genealogical Society: Program to be presented will be “The Art of Recording Life Stories” by Memoir Writing GIG. Indian River County Main Library, 1600 21st St., Vero Beach, 9:30 a.m.-noon March 9.

Lecture Series/Dr. Rory Stewart: The Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 6:30 p.m., March 9. $20-$50. Tickets: (772) 778-5249; TheEmersonCenter.org.

Infant/Child CPR: Includes materials and certification, for anyone working with children under the age of 12. American Red Cross, 2506 17th Ave., Vero Beach, 5:30-9:30 p.m., March 9. $35. (772) 562-2549

An Affair to Remember: Latin music, Spanish wine tasting, tapas to benefit American Red Cross. Costa d’Este Beach Resort, 3244 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, 7-10 p.m., March 10. $125. Age 21+. Reservations: (772) 562-2549; ntc-redcross.org.

Open House/Tour: Harvest Food & Outreach Center, 1360 28th St., Vero Beach, 5:30-6:30 p.m. March 10. (772) 770-2665; info@harvestfoodoutreach.org.

“In Their Own Words”: Stories of fishing families and what is happening in their communities as a result of new regulations and development pressures with Michael Jepson, PhD, marine anthropologist. Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., March 11. Free. Reservations: (772) 778-5249.

Behind the Baton: LLI at IRSC partners with the ACO in Vero Beach. IRSC Mueller Campus, 6155 College Lane, Vero Beach, 9:30-11:30 a.m., March 11. $150 includes performance ticket, LLI registration, social and membership. Ages 50+. Registration:(772) 462-7880; lifelonglearning@irsc.edu.

Box Lunch Bingo: Food, fun and frivolity and Bingo. The Heritage Center, 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach, noon, March 11. (772) 569-0760.

“The Sound of Music”: Musical. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2020 San Juan Ave., March 11-28, (772) 562-8300.

Kids’ Night On Broadway: Kids Ages 6-18 go free to opening night of Stomp. First 50 kids ages 7-12 will enjoy an interactive activity with cast members pre show. King Center, Melbourne, 8 p.m., March 12. Register: (321) 242-2219.

An Evening in Las Vegas: Annual gala. Riverside Theatre campus, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 6 p.m., March 13. $100-$200. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

Jambalaya: Vegas-style show. Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center, 1707 16th St., Vero Beach, 8 p.m., March 12. $25-$50; benefits Cultural Council of Indian River County, VBHS Choral Department. (772) 564-5537; wpjambalaya.com.

Tony Kenny and the Celtic Nights: Irish music, comedy, song and dance. Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center, 1707 16th St., Vero Beach, 6 p.m., March 13. $20-$25. (772) 564-5537.

Dancing with Vero’s Stars: Benefits Healthy Start Coalition. The Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts, Saint Edward’s Upper School, 1895 Saint Edward’s Drive, March 13. (772) 563-9118.

CPR/AED Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider Class: American Red Cross, 3506 17 Ave., Vero Beach, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., March 13. $55. (772) 878-7077.

Dancing With Vero’s Stars: Pro dancers pair up with local celebrities to raise money for the Indian River County Healthy Start Coalition. The Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts, St.Edward’s Upper School, 1895 St. Edward’s Drive, Vero Beach, March 13. (772) 563-9118; irchealthystart.org.

Dancing with Vero’s Stars: Waxlax Center, St. Edward’s Upper School, 1895 St. Edward’s Drive, Vero Beach, March 13. $100-$150; benefits Healthy Start Coalition. (772) 563-9118; dancingwithverostars.com.

Treasure Coast Bridal Expo: Heritage Center, 2140 14th Ave., 1-3 p.m., March 14. $7; benefits Vero Heritage Inc. Also: Fashion show, 4 p.m., Courthouse Executive Center, across the street. (772) 321-6680.

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra: With conductor JoAnn Falletta and pianist Fabio Bidini. Community Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd St., Vero Beach, 7:30 p.m., March 15. $35. (772) 778-1070.

Open House/Tour: Harvest Food & Outreach Center, 1360 28th St., Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. March 17. (772) 770-2665; info@harvestfoodoutreach.org.

Senior Financial Scams: Presented by Consumer Credit Counseling Service. The Isles of Vero, 1700 Waterford Drive, Vero Beach, 2 p.m., March 18. Free. RSVP.(772) 469-2062

Chopper Dropper: Florida Tech’s Sporting Affair XVIII, athletic scholarships benefit, Chopper Dropper. Suntree Country Club, Country Club Way, Melbourne, all day, March 19. All ages. 3216746220; chopperdropper.

Blood Drive: Indian River Federal Credit Union, 2800 20th St., Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., March 19. indianriverbloodbank.com.

Regency Park Art Exhibit: Open to community Artists. Regency Park, 910 Regency Square, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., March 19-21. Free. (772) 770-1228; regencyparkverobeach.com.

While the Lights Were Out: College Players production of a murder farce by Jack Sharkey. Gleason Auditorium, 150 W. University Blvd., Melbourne, 8 p.m., March 19-20, March 25-27. $5-$10. (540) 849-8938; collegeplayers@fit.edu.

The Comedy Zone: Comedians TBA. Waxlax Stage, Riverside Theatre, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m.; March 19-20, April 2-3, 30, May 1, 28-29. $15. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

Dino Nights: After-hours Exhibit to Light Up McKee Botanical Garden. McKee Botanical Garden, 350 US Highway 1, Vero Beach.

Tour of Homes: Five spectacular homes of significance. Grand Harbor Clubhouse, 4985 Club Terrace, Vero Beach, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., March 20. $35-$40. (772) 563-9287; VeroTourofHomes.com.

Swingin’ Away the Blues: Cocktails, dinner, dancing to live music. Polish American Club, Vero Beach, 6 p.m., March 20. $125; Benefits Mental Health Walk-In Center.

Eat Local, Eat Fresh: Learn healthy eating tips. Vero Beach Highlands Clubhouse, 625 Highland Drive S.W., Vero Beach, noon-1 p.m. March 20. $6. RSVP: (772) 770-4309; growinghealthykids.blogspot.com.

Eco-Fair Day: Family fun day demonstrating ways to be environmentally friendly. Brevard Zoo, Melbourne, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mar. 20. $10-$13.50.

Fabulous Fable Factory: Riverside Children’s Theatre presents updated version of Aseop’s Fables. Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 1:30 p.m., March 20-21, 2010. Ages 5+. $6. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

Bridges to Life Walk: Walk for pledges. Riverside Park, Riverside Park, Vero Beach, 9 a.m., March 20. All ages. Register: (772) 569-7939; carenetirc.org.

Mutt Derby: Dog races, silent auction, pet care seminars. The Fur Seasons, 1310 S.W. Treasure Coast Commerce Way, Stuart, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., March 20. Free Register: (772) 286-8283; TheFurSeasonsResort.com.

Deborah Voigt/Vero Beach Opera Foundation Concert: With Marcello Giordani. Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center, 1707 16th St., Vero Beach, 8 p.m., March 20. $20. (772) 564-5537.

Lagoon Encounter at the ELC: A four part biological ELC research program for fun and learning. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Jan. 16; March 20; May 8. $20 per student for 4 sessions. Reserve: (772) 589-5050; DiscoverELC.org.

Fabulous Fable Factory: Updated retelling of Aesop’s Fables. Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 1:30 p.m., March 20-21. $6. Ages 4+. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

5k Walk/Run: Waterway village, 5350 Waterway Village Blvd (58th Ave and 53rd Street), Vero Beach, 7:30 a.m., March 20. (772) 562-2549.

“The Wizard of Oz”: King Center, Melbourne, 7:30 p.m., March 1. $24-$55.50. (321) 242-2219.

Goby Fest: Nature festival with vendors, exhibits, tours, equestrian poker ride, wagon ride. St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mar. 21. Free admission. Fundraiser for St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park, area aquatic preserves. (772) 643-4925; treasurecoasttrailriders@gmail.com.

Auditions for Pinocchio: Missoula Children’s Theatre’s Pinocchio. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 4 p.m., March 22. $40 fee if cast. Grades K-8. (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.

Pinocchio Auditions: Missoula Children’s Theatre. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 4 p.m., March 22. $30 performance fee if cast. Grades K-8. (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.

Love of Literacy Author Series: Love of Literacy luncheon with speaker spiritualist/activist Kent Annan, Bent Pine Golf Club, 11:30 a.m., March 25, 11:30 at. $50-$90 or $50. (772) 778-2223.

HIV/AIDS/Blood Borne Pathogens: American Red Cross, 2506 17 Ave., Vero Beach, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., March 25. $25. (772) 562-2549.

“I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change”: Musical. Stark Stage, Riverside Theatre, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 7:30 p.m., March 25, 31 April 1, 7-8; 8 p.m., March 26-27, April 2-3, 9-10; 2 p.m., March 27-28, April 4, 7, 10-11. $22-$52. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

Childcare Resources Touch A Truck Family Festival: Proceeds benefit childcare and family support programs for working families. Indian River County Fairgrounds, 7955 58 Ave., Vero Beach, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., March 27. $5-$20. (772) 567-3202; sstarr@childcareresourcesir.org .

Bill (The Sauce Boss) Wharton: Music and gumbo. King Center, Melbourne, 7:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m., March 27. $26.

Goby Fest: Nature festival. St Sebastian River Preserve State Park, 1000 Buffer Preserve Drive, Fellsmere, 10 a.m.-4p.m., March 27. Free to enter, fee for tours. (772) 643-4925; nbbd.com/npr/cpa.

Jim Lehrer: Emerson Center’s Celebrated Speakers Series Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 4 p.m., 7 p.m., March 27. $65. (772) 778-5249; TheEmersonCenter.org.

Celebrated Speakers Series: Author/journalist Jim Lehrer. Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave. Vero Beach, 4 p.m., 7 p.m., March 27. $65. (772) 778-5249; TheEmersonCenter.org.

Touch A Truck Family Festival: Trucks, pony rides, face painting. Indian River County Fairgrounds, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., March 27. $5-$20; benefits Childcare Resources. (772) 567-3202; childcareresourcesir.org.

Pinocchio: Missoula Children’s Theatre residency featuring local children. Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 1:30 and 4 p.m., March 27. $8. Ages 5+. (772) 231-6990; www.riversidetheatre.com.

Vero Road Rally Magnifique: Benefits The Sun Up Center, 2-7 p.m., March 27. Registrations $250 per vehicle. (772) 770-6626; sunupofir.org.

Rotary Club of Sebastian Home and Garden Show: Riverview Park, Indian River Drive, Sebastian, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., March 27-28. Free. (772) 473-1337.

Vero Beach Spring Boat Show: Riverside Park, southeast of the Barber Bridge, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., March 27-28. Free. (772) 562-7922; verobeachboatshow.com.

Gianni Schicchi & Suor Angelica: Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center, 1707 16th St., Vero Beach, 3 p.m., March 28. $20. (772) 564-5537.

APRIL EVENTS

Golf Tournament: Christ By the Sea third annual fundraiser. Sandridge Golf Course, 5300 73rd St., Vero Beach, 7 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. shotgun, April 14. $75. RSVP April 1: (772) 234-7168.

Realtors Raise the Roof 5k Run/Walk: South Beach Park, Vero Beach, 7:30 a.m., April 3. $20-$25. Benefits Habitat for Humanity. Register: (772) 633-3203; runnersdepotvb.com/id66.html.

Distinguished Lecturer Series: Mitt Romney, former governor of Massachusetts and 2008 presidential candidate. Stark Stage sold out; simulcast only. Waxlax Stage, Riverside Theatre, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 4 and 6 p.m., April 5. $65. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

“From Hard Times to Hard Rock”: With Seminole scholar Patsy West. Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., April 8. Free. Reservations: (772) 778-5249.

Evening of Hope II: Fundraiser. Scott Center for Autism Treatment, Florida Tech, 150 W. University Blvd., Melbourne, 6-9 p.m., April 9. Donation. Adults. (321) 674-6100; http://research.fit.edu/scottcenter.

Pandas on Parade: Pre schoolers share stories, songs and make a craft. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m., April 10. $10 per parent/child. Ages 3-4. Reserve: (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.

Brevard Symphony Orchestra : With conductor Christopher Confessore and cellist Julie Albers. Community Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd St., Vero Beach, 7:30 p.m., April 11. $ 30 (772) 778-1070.

Tower of Power: With Steve Oliver. Maxwell C. King Center, Melbourne, 8 p.m., April 16. $20-$42.50.

Document Shredding: Indian River Federal Credit Union,2800 20th St., Vero Beach 1-5 p.m., April 16. Free for credit union members. sesecureshred.com.

Disney’s Mulan Jr.: Presented by Riverside Children’s Theatre. Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m. April 23 and 30; 1:30 p.m. April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, May 1 and 2. 7:30, April 16. $8. Ages 5+. ( 772) 213-6990; www.riversidetheatre.com.

Hibiscus Festival: Vendors, music, food. Downtown Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m., April 17. Exhibitor booths upen until 5 p.m. Also: Miss Hibiscus Pageant April 16.

Hibiscus Festival: Historic Downtown Vero Beach, 14th Ave., 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m., April 16-17. Free. (772) 480-8353; mainstreetverobeach.org.

“Disney’s Mulan, Jr.”: Anne Morton Theatre, Riverside Children’s Theatre Annex, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 7:30 p.m., April 16; 1:30 p.m., April 17-18, 24-25, May 1-2; 10 a.m., April 23, 30. $8. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

MAY EVENTS

Scrapbooking Crop: Crop, vendors. Vero Beach Community Center, 2266 14th Ave.,9 a.m.-midnight, Jan. 30. $15-$20. Adults. Reservation: (772) 770-6517; covb.org. Also: May 1, Aug. 21, Oct. 2.

Treasure Coast Chorale: “How Great Thou Art” Favorite songs of faith and inspiration. First Baptist Church, 2206 16th Ave., Vero Beach, 7 p.m., May 2. Offering.

Eric Carle & Friends: Pre schoolers share Eric Carle stories, songs and make crafts. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m., May 6. $10 per parent/child. Ages 3-4 years. Preregister. (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.

Jungle Book Kids: Stage version of Disney movie. Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m., 7 p.m. May 7, 11, 13. Ages 5 and up. $8. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

Scholarship Awards Dinner: Treasure Coast Gator Club. Moorings Club, Vero Beach, 5:30-8:30 p.m., May 11. $25-$55. Sponsorship packages still available. Tickets: tcgatorclub.com. (772) 538-0659; kerrybart@aol.com

“It Runs in the Family”: Comedy. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2020 San Juan Ave., May 13-23, (772) 562-8300.

Spring Dance Festival: Riverside’s Dance Conservatory presents end of year show. Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 7 p.m., May 20-21. $6. All ages. Tickets: (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

Spring Fiesta: A celebration of the performing arts for kids. Riverside Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., May 22. Free. All ages. (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.

Spring Dance Festival: Performances, children’s entertainers and hands-on activities. Anne Morton Theatre, Riverside Children’s Theatre Annex, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 7:30 p.m. May 22; 1:30 p.m., May 23. $6. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

. Spring Fiesta: Performances, children’s entertainers and hands-on activities. Agnes Wahlstrom Playhouse and Anne Morton Theatre, Riverside Children’s Theatre Annex, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., May 22. Free. (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.

Spring Fiesta: Performances and hands-on activities for kids. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., May 22, 2010. Ages 4 and up. Free. (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.

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