2020 Official Vero Beach Handbook

The guide to living in the jewel of the Treasure Coast

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grew up in a household where questions were encouraged and the answer was often “Let’s look it up.” Fast forward 50-some years to my arrival in Vero Beach a year ago, when I stopped by the office of Vero Beach Magazine. I was greeted

with a warm welcome and, when I said I had just arrived in town, a copy of the Official Vero Beach Handbook. And I’ve been looking things up in it all year.

“Where should we eat tonight?” my husband asks, and I flip my Handbook open to the dining section. “What kind of palm tree is that?” I wonder. I head to the Handbook and learn I have Christmas palms in my backyard. Is that an ibis or an egret? Is the Indian River a river or a lagoon? Where can I launch my kayak? How do I set up garbage collection or get a driver’s license or learn to sail? And what is turtle season, anyway? As a newbie in town, the questions kept coming, and the Handbook remained my go-to place to “look it up.”

Now that I’m a seasoned veteran (call me a quick learner!) I’m thrilled to be on the other side of the welcome wagon. Vero Beach Magazine has been telling this town’s best stories for more than 20 years, and we’re happy to bring you the 2020 Official Vero Beach Handbook. I hope your copy becomes as worn and dog-eared as mine has as you explore this very special place.

So, whether you’re here for a quick visit, plan to stay a while, or already live here, sit back and take in all things Vero Beach!

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154 Creative Types

154 Performing Arts

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168 Visual Arts

96 Water Sports

180 Lectures & Classes

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198 Put Down Roots: Moving Here

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2020 Event Calendar

234 About Us

236 Local Business Directory

240 Contacts

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Welcome to Vero Beach we're glad you are here!

The Vero Beach

Bubble

Our soothing oceanside community seems far from the outside world

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t won’t take you long to figure out that Vero Beach is a special place. In addition to having some of the most beautiful beaches you’ll ever see, fantastic weather and gorgeous sunsets, Florida has low taxes overall, a reasonable cost of living and

no state income tax. Year-round residents also enjoy the homestead exemption, a permanent reduction in your property tax.

Located in Indian River County, Vero Beach is halfway down Florida's east coast, on the Atlantic Ocean. The barrier island is home to boutique shops, fine dining, parks and wildlife refuges and 22 miles of beautiful beaches. The mainland boasts a design district and a historic downtown area where you’ll find thriving art galleries, antique shops, cafes and restaurants.

If you look up, you’ll notice that the skyline is, well, full of sky. City codes mandate low-rise development, so you won’t see a string of tall buildings hovering at the edge of the beaches. If you look down, you’ll realize that you see more than a sea of pavement; we value the natural landscape, and, if you choose, you can make your home on a sandy street flanked by lush native flora.

If you slow down to look around and enjoy the view, it’s unlikely anyone will honk at you.

People are friendly here, and that includes drivers. You’ll find that our relaxed lifestyle leads to a community where people are courteous and calm. That’s the same attitude you’ll find at the Motor Vehicle Department, too. Seriously — it’s not uncommon to find

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AREA Indian River County.........................617 sq. mi.

Vero Beach’s Barrier Island

Indian River County

(land).............................................17.4 sq. mi.

POPULATION Indian River County (2018 est).......... 157,413

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Vero Beach’s Barrier Island (2016 est)...............................................14,800 NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Indian River County....................................57,911 Vero Beach’s Barrier Island....................7,344 AVERAGE AGE Indian River County......................................53.0

Blue Cypress Lake

Vero Beach’s Barrier Island.......................67.9 AVG HOME VALUE (2016 ESTIMATED) Indian River County............................$183,600

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Vero Beach’s Barrier Island............. $617,997 AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME Indian River County (2016 est)............................................ $49,072 Vero Beach’s Barrier Island (2012)....................................................$426,761

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Palm Beach............................................................ 79 The Bahamas...................................................... 110 Naples......................................................................197 Miami....................................................................... 138 Key West.................................................................297 Savannah, GA.................................................... 352

Fort Drum Water Management Area

Charleston, SC..................................................460 Washington D.C................................................ 918 New York, NY..................................................... 1,143 Boston, MA.........................................................1,357 Sources: US Census Bureau; city-data.com; point2homes.com

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yourself talking to a neighbor about how much fun you had getting your Florida driver’s license.

You’ll also find that Vero Beach is rich

6 Tips For Visitors 1. FUN IN THE SUN They don’t call us the Sunshine State for nothing, so don’t forget your sunscreen,

in opportunity — whether your passion

floppy hat and sunglasses. During certain times of year, our flying critters can get a

is for the arts, the outdoors, shopping

little carried away with welcoming you, so you might also want to keep some insect

or philanthropy, you’ll discover ample opportunities to get involved and follow your interests. On top of all of this, Vero

repellent handy.

2. DRESS UP/DRESS DOWN Vero Beach has been described as refined yet unpretentious, and our dress reflects

Beach is known for its free parking.

both. While there are plenty of places to wear your shorts, T-shirts and flip-flops,

Everywhere. That’s just one more reason

you’ll also find that restaurants, bars and private clubs may have specific dress

to get out and start exploring.

requirements, especially in the evening. It never hurts to call ahead or, better yet, ask

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a local. We love to talk to visitors!

istorically, Indian River County

3. DRIVE KINDLY

has been recognized for its

Vero Beach receives visitors from all over the U.S., Canada, and even Europe, so

fine citrus products; the first

commercial groves were established in the mid-1800s and continue to produce delicious fruits today. Vero Beach was

remember that many drivers are still finding their way around and bringing a variety of driving habits into the mix. Practice defensive driving, be patient and let people in.

There’s nothing more awkward than pulling into the parking lot at the supermarket or church and encountering someone you just honked at (or worse!).

also known as the spring training home

4. KNOW YOUR COLORS

of the Brooklyn/Los Angeles Dodgers, who

Lifeguards post color-coded flags indicating current swimming conditions at Vero’s

trained at Dodgertown for more than

public beaches and are happy to explain their meanings. Learn what each colored

60 years. Old-timers remember Jackie

flag means to ensure a safe, leisurely swim.

Robinson taking the field at the first integrated spring training facility in the

5. KNOW OUR CRITTERS If you plan to engage in outdoor activities, such as hiking, paddling, swimming

South. In 2019, Dodgertown was renamed

or boating, you are likely to encounter some of our local critters. You’ll find more

the Jackie Robinson Training Complex

information about many of the creatures we share our town with throughout this

and honored by being added to the Civil

guide.

Rights Trail. Today, Major League Baseball uses the complex as the hub for all its youth baseball development programs.

6. RELAX Visiting Vero Beach gives you the chance to escape from the stress of everyday life so enjoy each moment and all that our little slice of paradise has to offer.

Vero Beach is also known for its rich aviation history. Vero Beach Regional Airport was established in 1930 and has

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air training station and finally as a general

Sebastian is also home to Triton,

for a lovely climate. Winters are mild,

aviation airport — an airport that is, by

which designs and manufactures

with the mercury dropping below the

sheer numbers of takeoffs and landings,

private submarines. Founded in 2007,

freezing mark only very rarely. Summers

the eighth busiest in Florida and the 41st

the company deploys submersibles

are hot and humid, but air conditioning

busiest in the nation.

worldwide, including the first submersible

is never far away. Afternoon showers and

to reach the deepest points of all five

thunderstorms are common, but usually

oceans.

short in duration. And, best of all, there’s

In 1957, Piper Aircraft selected Vero Beach as its research and development center and moved all manufacturing

Last, but not least, Vero Beach is known

no driveway shoveling!

and administration here in 1961. Founder Avg Low

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of Flight Safety International Albert Lee Ueltschi spent his winters in town, and in 1966, Flight Safety Academy made Vero Beach its home. Thousands of pilots from around the globe have received their training here.

Today, whether you’re interested in

The neighboring small town of

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A Few Fun Florida Facts & Vero Verities MATTHEW WARD

★ F . lorida attained statehood in 1845 — the 27th state in the U.S. ★ It is believed that the name “Vero” was selected by pioneer resident Sarah Gifford when her husband Henry Gifford applied for the town’s first post office. It is derived from the Latin word for “truth.” ★ Except for The Village Spires on Ocean Drive, you will not find a building in Vero Beach exceeding five stories. ★ Marian Fell, daughter of Fellsmere’s founder, Nelson Fell, became a highly regarded translator of the works of Russian playwright Anton Chekhov in the early 20th century, helping to introduce his plays to American audiences. ★ Florida ranks second in the U.S. coastline competition, with 1,350 miles, 22 of which are in Indian River County. Our state is surpassed only by Alaska, which has a whopping 6,640 miles of coastline. ★ The Indian River Lagoon holds the status of “Estuary of National Significance,” one of only 28 in the United States. It is one of the most biologically diverse estuaries in North America.

★ Manatees move faster than we do. The

★ The highest point in Florida is Britton’s

usual swimming speed for a manatee is 5

Point in Walton County, at 345 feet. Indian

mph, while the natural walking pace of a

River County’s elevation ranges from zero

human is closer to 3 mph. For short bursts,

to 74 feet, with an average around 30 feet.

River County’s own Blue Cypress Lake

manatees can hit 15–20 mph. While it is

Our highest point, at the southwest corner

ranks 18th in size, with a surface area of

true that a human was once clocked at

of the county, has not been deemed

6,500 acres.

27.8 mph, that was Usain Bolt at his peak.

worthy of a name.

★ Of Florida’s more than 30,000 lakes, Indian

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Southern Sayings While Vero Beach is not usually considered part of the “Deep South,” and our population comes from all corners of the U.S. and beyond, you may still hear some distinctly Southern sayings from time to time.

Y’all: .a commonly used plural form of “you,” as

Lick: .a small amount, as in “He doesn’t have a

in “Y’all aren’t from around here, are you?”

lick of sense.” It might be wise to precede this statement with “Bless his heart.”

Bless his/her/your heart: usually a sincere expression of compassion, but also used in an attempt to mitigate an insult, as in

Give sugar: .to kiss, as in “Now give your aunt a little sugar.”

“Bless her heart — she hasn’t changed her hairstyle since 1985.”

Tore up: broken, as in "I couldn’t respond to your email because my computer is

Well, shut/hush my mouth: an expression of

tore up.”

surprise, as in “You once met Elvis? Well, hush my mouth!” This statement is not

Buggy: shopping cart, as in “I was really

to be confused with “Hush your mouth,”

embarrassed when I knocked you over

which .is a polite way of saying “Shut up.”

with my buggy in Publix.”

Fixin’ to: preparing to or about to, as in “I’m fixin’ to go to shopping.”

Might could: slang for “might be able to,” as in “We might could save time by taking a shortcut.”

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5 Favorites for Rainy Days Vero Beach is blessed with an average of 232 sunny days each year, and our warm temperatures mean that even on rainy days, you can be comfortable outside. Summer showers often pass quickly, but when the clouds linger, you’ll still find plenty of things to do.

1. Take in some art.

Head to the Vero Beach Museum of Art or map

2. Visit the Brevard Zoo. This option may seem

out your own

strange at first, but think about it — many of

gallery crawl.

the animal viewing areas are enclosed,

14th Avenue is

you can observe how different creatures

full of galleries

react to the rain, and you won’t have to

that you can slip into and out

worry about crowds.

of without getting too wet. Ocean Drive and Beachland Boulevard also have a number of galleries within a

3. Have lunch at one of the

few blocks of each other. The

restaurants with a view of the

Village Shops has a gallery, plus

ocean. A rain storm adds

a cozy cafe!

a special magic to our already inspiring views.

4. Go museum hopping. A rainy day is a great time to check out the Indian River Citrus Museum and the McLarty Treasure Museum. By the time you’ve seen them both, the rain will likely have stopped and you can head to the beach for an evening stroll.

5. Finally, we can’t omit the old standby: Cuddle up with a good book!

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The Dining

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What's for dinner? Choose from a smorgasbord of dining options

Restaurants

Savor................................ 772-925-1187 901 21st St.

Fine Dining

The Tides...................... 772-234-3966 3103 Cardinal Drive

Amalfi Grill....................772-564-8218 398 21st St.

Trattoria Dario.............. 772-231-1818 1555 Ocean Drive

Citron Bistro................ 772-778-4200 6260 Hwy. A1A

Vero Prime.................... 772-226-7870 2023 14th Ave.

Citrus ................................ 772-231-4114 1050 Easter Lily Lane

Vinz..................................772-224-1500 4885 Hwy. A1A

Cobalt.............................772-469-1060 Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa 3500 Ocean Drive

The Wave....................... 772-562-9919 Costa d’Este Resort & Spa 3244 Ocean Drive

Di Mare Vero Beach.................. 772-234-2809 1517 Ocean Drive

Casual Dining

Citron Bistro................. 772-231-6556 6260 Hwy. A1A, Village Shops

14 Bones Barbecue..................... 772-770-5646 1500 U.S. Hwy. 1

C.J. Cannon’s...............772-567-7727 at Vero Beach Regional Airport 3414 Cherokee Drive

Barefoot Cafe.............. 772-770-1733 2036 14th Ave.

The Crab Stop.............. 772-257-5221 89 Royal Palm Pointe

Blue Star ...................... 772-492-9057 2227 14th Ave.

Earl’s Hideaway........ 772-589-5700 1405 Indian River Drive, Sebastian

Maison Martinique..................... 772-231-7299 1603 Ocean Drive Ocean Grill...................772-231-5409 1050 Beachland Blvd.

Polo Grill........................772-231-4090 2855 Ocean Drive

Bobby’s Restaurant & Lounge....................... 772-231-6996 3450 Ocean Drive Capt. Hiram’s.............772-388-8588 1580 U.S. Hwy. 1, Sebastian Casey’s Place............. 772-231-4790 917 Azalea Lane Chelsea’s.....................772-234-8300 3201 Cardinal Drive Chill & Grill....................772-562-5477 7401 U.S. Hwy. 1 Chive.............................. 772-999-5452 390 21st St.

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Mrs. Mac’s Fillin’ Station

Fire and Wine.............. 772-794-7587 2950 9th St. SW (Oslo Road)

Kountry Kitchen......... 772-567-6733 1749 Old Dixie Hwy.

The Fishack.................. 772-770-0977 1931 Old Dixie Hwy.

La Tabla......................... 772-205-2772 29 Royal Palm Pointe

First Watch.................. 772-807-3447 500 21st St.

Lemon Tree..................772-231-0858 3125 Ocean Drive

The Museum Cafe, Catering By Wood N Spoon.............772-231-0707 at Vero Beach Museum of Art 3001 Riverside Park Drive

Green Marlin...............772-999-5248 1475 U.S. Hwy. 1

Marsh Landing........... 772-571-8622 44 N. Broadway, Fellsmere

Ono Luau.......................772-999-2657 2014 13th Ave.

Jake’s Tex-Mex Tequila Bar................... 772-925-1354 2023 14th Ave.

Michael’s on 7th.........772-213-8554 2217 7th Ave.

The Patio Seafood Tavern......... 772-774-8232 1103 21st St.

Joey’s Seafood Shack..............................772-918-8855 1800 U.S. Hwy. 1

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Kilted Mermaid......... 772-569-5533 1937 Old Dixie Hwy.

Mr. Manatee’s.............. 772-569-9151 30 Royal Palm Pointe Mrs. Mac’s Fillin’ Station.............. 772-564-8400 951 Old Dixie Hwy.

Mulligan’s Beach House.............. 772-492-6744 1025 Beachland Blvd.

Post & Vine................... 772-907-5159 1919 14th Ave. Red Onion Eatery......772-492-8881 3001 Ocean Drive

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Riverside Cafe...........772-234-5550 3341 Bridge Plaza Drive Sealantro at the Garden Cafe....... 772-794-0601, x111 at McKee Botanical Garden 350 U.S. Hwy. 1 Seaside Grill at Jaycee Park............... 772-231-1911 4200 Ocean Drive Southern Social ........ 772-205-2212 1932 14th Ave.

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Sun Market Sauce Co........................ 772-925-1139 1910 Old Dixie Hwy.

Waldo’s............................772-231-7091 at Driftwood Resort 3150 Ocean Drive

International Inti.....................................772-257-6652 2199 7th Ave.

Asian Kata............................... 772-564-8883 1306 20th St. Sake.................................772-978-9798 42 Royal Palm Pointe

Siam Orchid................ 772-569-2829 762 21st St. Sumo House............... 772-770-0835 713 17th St.

Irish Kelley’s Irish Pub....... 772-567-3838 484 21st St. Rosie Malloys Pub......772-562-7125 1125 21st St. Sean Ryan Pub............. 772-217-2183 2019 14th Ave.

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Italian

Pizzoodles.................... 772-567-4160 56 Royal Palm Pointe

Mediterranean

Baci Trattoria.............. 772-794-4747 1918 14th Ave.

Pomodoro Grill & Pizza.................... 772-234-1123 1517 Cardinal Drive

Sammy’s Mediterranean Cafe.................................. 772-217-3897 1130 20th Place

Scampi Grill................ 772-563-9766 815 20th St.

Spiro’s Taverna........... 772-217-3074 1555 U.S. Hwy. 1

South Beach Pizzeria.............................. 772-231-1110 1621 Ocean Drive

Mexican

Francesca’s Italian Kitchen........... 772-257-5540 3001 Ocean Drive Italian Grill................... 772-567-6640 2180 58th Ave. Italian Kitchen.......... 772-569-0060 2121 14th Ave. Johnny D’s Market & Bistro............772-234-4181 1409 Hwy. A1A Nino’s Cafe .................... 772-231-9311 1006 Easter Lily Lane

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Nino’s Corner..............772-562-0276 4236 43rd Ave.

Station 49 Pizza......... 772-492-8342 1802 Old Dixie Hwy. Urban Bricks................ 772-242-7770 2017 Indian River Blvd.

Vincent’s Ristorante....................772-569-4333 510 21st St.

Ay! Jalisco.................... 772-778-8489 1902 U.S. Hwy. 1 Ay! Jalisco ................... 772-978-0661 1909 20th St. Blue Agave..................772-999-3484 1979 14th Ave. El Sid Taqueria........... 772-234-8299 3300 Ocean Drive

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Taco Dive...................... 772-999-3607 1901 14th Ave.

Grind + Grape............. 772-231-5536 925 Bougainvillea Lane

Gourmet Markets

Taco Mobil................... 772-205-2668 692 21st St.

Kilwin’s Vero Beach...................772-584-3281 3001 Ocean Drive

Alimentari....................772-999-5483 6220 Hwy. A1A, Village Shops

Coffee/Desserts Countryside Citrus.............................. 772-234-8299 3300 Ocean Drive Cravings........................ 772-231-0208 3149 Ocean Drive

Rio Coco Cafe.............772-226-5760 1412 21st St., Pocahontas Bldg.

3300 43rd Ave.

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Countryside Family Farms 6325 81st St....................772-581-0999 3300 Ocean Dr........... 772-234-8299 Village Beach Market.............................772-231-2338 4905 Hwy. A1A

Tea and Chi.................772-563-0620 2044 14th Ave.

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Pareidolia Brewing Company

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Breweries American Icon Brewery.........................772-934-4266 1133 19th Place Orchid Island Brewery ........................ 772-205-2436 2855 Ocean Drive Pareidolia Brewing Company...................... 772-571-5693 712 Cleveland St., Sebastian Walking Tree Brewery ..........................772-217-3502 3209 Dodger Road

American Icon Brewery

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Nightlife Our area has a number of places to relax with a cocktail and enjoy live music.

Capt. Hiram’s.............772-388-8588 1580 U.S. Hwy. 1, Sebastian Cobalt.............................772-469-1060 Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa 3500 Ocean Drive Grind + Grape............. 772-231-5536 925 Bougainvillea Lane Kilted Mermaid......... 772-569-5533 1937 Old Dixie Hwy. Marsh Landing........... 772-571-8622 44 N. Broadway, Fellsmere Pareidolia Brewing Company...................... 772-571-5693 712 Cleveland St., Sebastian Post & Vine................... 772-907-5159 1919 14th Ave. Riverside Cafe...........772-234-5550 3341 Bridge Plaza Drive Vinz..................................772-224-1500 4885 Hwy. A1A Waldo’s............................772-231-7091 Driftwood Resort 3150 Ocean Drive Walking Tree Brewery ..........................772-217-3502 3209 Dodger Road

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Our Citrus Heritage

Citrus Seasons Growing seasons and availability of particular citrus crops can vary from year to year, as they are dependent upon temperatures, rainfall and other factors.

Ruby Red Grapefruit ............... November–May White Grapefruit ....................... November–May Clementines ..................November–December Honeybell Oranges .......... January–February Mandarin Oranges ........December–January Navel Oranges .................. November–January

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Temple Oranges ........................January–March

he Indian River Citrus District

early member of the Florida House of

is a long, narrow strip of land

Representatives, but his biggest claim

that possesses optimal soil and

to fame stems from his reaction to the

climate conditions for growing citrus.

Citrus fruits and blossoms had already

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Tangerines ...............................November–March

that wafted his way as he sailed along Florida’s east coast. He sought out

civilizations for many centuries by the

the trees and planted them on his

time the first citrus crop, the citron,

homestead on the bank of the Indian

became established in Europe in the

River near Titusville, and the Indian River

fourth century B.C. Citrus arrived in the

Citrus District was born.

Vero Beach lies in the very heart of

and finally found what we like to think of

citrus country, and many of our pioneer

as its true home in the early 16th century

residents made their living in the citrus

when Spanish explorers planted the first

industry. Citrus has been a major part

orange trees in Florida.

of our economy and of our culture ever

Capt. Douglas Dummitt was an

Tangelos ............................... November–January

intoxicating aroma of citrus blossoms

been known and cherished by ancient

New World with Christopher Columbus

Valencia Oranges.......................February–June

since.

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Orange-Glazed Chicken Servings: 4 Time: 1 hour and 50 minutes

2 tablespoons canola oil 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 cinnamon stick, crushed or chopped 2 teaspoons coriander seeds 1 tablespoon whole star anise 2 oranges, juiced 3 tablespoons honey 2 garlic heads, split in half 1 handful thyme sprigs 1 medium chicken, giblets removed, trussed Kosher salt Black pepper, freshly ground

Preheat oven to 350 F. Heat oil in a saucepan set over medium heat. Add chopped garlic, fry for 1 minute, and then stir in spices, orange juice and honey. Bring to a simmer, stirring until honey has dissolved.

Arrange split garlic heads and thyme in a roasting pan. Set chicken on top, patting dry with paper towels, and season inside and outside with plenty of salt and pepper. Pour spiced orange and honey sauce over chicken.

Roast for about 1 hour 20–30 minutes until thickest part of thighs register at least 165 F on a meat thermometer; baste chicken from time to time.

Remove from oven and let rest under aluminum foil for at least 10 minutes before serving.

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Produce Sellers

It’s always best to buy produce grown as close to home as possible, and when it is in season. Here’s a breakdown of the optimal months to enjoy some of our favorite crops and the local markets that sell them.

Produce Seasons Growing seasons and availability of particular crops can vary from year to year, as they are dependent upon temperatures, rainfall and other factors.

Avocado.............................................. June–January

Countryside Family Farms 6325 81st St. Monday to Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

3300 Ocean Drive Open daily 9 a.m.–7 p.m.

772-581-0999 countrysidefamilyfarms.com

Peterson Groves/ White Rabbit Acres 3375 66th Ave. Monday to Saturday 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

772-778-8900 petersongroves.com

Farmers Market Oceanside Ocean Drive near Humiston Park Every Saturday 8 a.m.–noon 772-410-8376 verobeachoba.com

Poinsettia Groves 1481 U.S. Hwy. 1 Monday to Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Saturday hours November 16 to early April only) 772-562-3356 poinsettagroves.com

Bell Pepper.................................... November–May Broccoli............................................January–March Cabbage........................................ December–May Cantaloupe............................................... April–June Carrots........................................................... April–May

Hale Groves Mail order and online only: 800-562-4502 halegroves.com Kroegel Homestead Produce 11200 U.S. Hwy. 1, Sebastian Open daily 8 a.m.–6 p.m.

772-925-2768 Osceola Organic Farm 6980 33rd St. Monday to Friday 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

772-834-1103 osceolaorganicfarm.com

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Schacht Groves 6100 12th St. November to April: Monday to Saturday 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday Noon–4 p.m.; May to October: Wednesday to Saturday 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

772-562-5858 schacht groves.com Young’s Market 4233 20th St. Open daily 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

772-569-4811

Cauliflower....................................December–April Celery............................................... December–May Cucumber............................................October–May Eggplant........................................ November–June Lettuce.............................................December–April Mango........................................... June–September Potato..................................................February–June Spinach.................................................... March–April Squash...................................................October–May Strawberry.....................................December–April Sweet Corn.........................................October–June Tomato.................................................October–June Watermelon................................................ April–July

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Discover Something Beautiful At Ocean Drive Jewelers Ocean Drive Jewelers presents a distinct boulder opal pendant designed and hand-crafted by master jeweler Taso. Every opal is “one of a kind� due to the phenomenon called play-of-colors, a color change noted in the stone as it is rotated and tilted. Taso has been in the jewelry industry for over five decades, designing unique pieces for exclusive clientele from all over the world. He specializes in redesigning aged pieces into new works of art.

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A Shopping

Surprise Tired of seeing the same things in every store?

Welcome to Vero Beach's wonderful world of independent boutique shopping!

V

ero Beach is a shopper's

Oceanside. And when your shopping is

wonderland. Whether you are

finished, if it's the second Saturday of

looking to redecorate your

the month, you can stay on Ocean Drive

home, refresh your wardrobe or choose

for a free concert at Humiston Park,

the perfect gift for a friend, you can find

sponsored by the Oceanside Business

everything you need right here. Our local

Association.

retailers work hard to fill their shops with

Just to the north on the beachside,

unique items sure to delight and surprise

you'll find the Village Shops and Pelican

even the most sophisticated shopper.

Plaza on Highway A1A. The Village Shops,

The Oceanside Business District offers

a charming enclave shaded by oak trees,

a bevy of clothing shops, restaurants,

promises hours of peaceful browsing in

salons, jewelers, galleries and boutiques

apparel and gift boutiques, as well as

that complement our carefree beach

an art gallery, stationery store, garden

atmosphere. On Saturday mornings

shop and gourmet market. Pelican Plaza

you can shop for fresh local produce

is next to the Village Beach Market, with

on Ocean Drive at the Farmers Market

a range of shops including clothing and

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Village Shops

gift boutiques, a computer consultant,

public park with docks and an interactive

dog grooming, a hair salon, florist, travel

fountain.

agency, restaurants and more.

Crossing over the Barber Bridge, Royal

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Miracle Mile is a centrally located hub of action in Vero Beach. Both Publix

Palm Pointe offers waterfront living,

and The Fresh Market grocery stores

shopping, dining, boating and medical

are found there, as well as several

services. The peninsula ends in a large

restaurants, clothing and consignment

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Heading west, you'll encounter Main Street Vero Beach, founded by a group

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Stroll along 14th Avenue and you'll encounter numerous

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Hibiscus Festival, "Downtown Friday" block parties and a monthly gallery stroll on the

Indian River Mall and Vero on State Road 60. Anchor stores for the Indian River Mall include Dillard’s, Macy’s and JCPenney, while Vero Beach Outlets features a growing collection of more than 60 brand-name outlet stores,

82nd Ave

Beach Outlets can be found

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including the only Design Within Reach (DWR) outlet in

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Shopping locally is beneficial to the community in a number of ways. The following are a few of the perks of patronizing our local small businesses:

Village Shops 6174 N. Highway A1A

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major providers of good jobs for local residents of all ages.

much more likely than chains to hire

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your money is more likely to stay here and be reinvested in the local economy.

5. PHILANTHROPY: Local business

Indian River Mall (and environs) 20th Street (Route 60)

owners are likely to be committed to supporting local nonprofit organizations that serve the community.

Vero Beach Outlets Mall 20th Street (Route 60)

6. INVENTORY: Local businesses are free to stock their shelves with items that are tailored toward their own clientele

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instead of having to follow a sales plan put together by people who are unfamiliar with our community.

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Vero Beach is

Making Waves Ocean, rivers, canals – you name it, we've got it all!

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beaches, with numerous public access points to choose from. Whether you’re drawn to the ocean for leisurely walks, invigorating swims or peaceful reading breaks under an umbrella, you’re sure to find a few favorite spots.

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Wild For Water Sebastian Inlet State Park 9700 N. Highway A1A

Treasure Shores Beach Park 11300 N. Highway A1A

Ambersand Beach Access 12566 N. Highway A1A

Golden Sands Beach Park 10350 N. Highway A1A

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Seagrape Trail Beach Access 8302 N. Highway A1A

Turtle Trail Beach Access 8102 N. Highway A1A

Beach

Parking

Boat Dock

Playground

Boat Launch

Picnic Tables

Camping

Rentable Space

Dogs Allowed

Restrooms

Equestrian Access

Tennis

Fishing

Walking Trails

beaches

Beachfront Parks

Lifeguard Tracking Station Park 800 46th Place, N. Highway A1A

Jaycee Park Ocean Drive at Conn Way

Sexton Plaza Beach Sexton Plaza at the east end of Beachland Blvd

Humiston Park Ocean Drive at Easter Lily Lane

South Beach Park Ocean Drive at 17th Street

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Indian River County beaches from north to south: Sebastian Inlet State Park is located about 7 miles north of County Road 510 (Wabasso Bridge) and offers surfing, fishing, picnic pavilions, walking trails, campground, boat ramp, restrooms, showers and beach wheelchairs. Events such as the Night Sounds concert series also take place at the park. Like other state and national parks, Sebastian Inlet State Park does charge an entrance fee, but all that the park offers makes the experience well worth it.

Ambersand Beach is just to the south, about 6 miles north of County Road 510. This beach is unguarded and has no amenities — no man-made ones, that is. Ambersand is a quiet spot located within the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge, a 248-acre property set up to protect habitat in this important sea turtle nesting area.

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Be Informed Before You Take the Plunge!

When you arrive at a guarded beach, one of the first things you will see is the flag flying at the lifeguard station. These color-coded flags provide a wealth of information, even before your toes touch the sand.

GREEN The coveted green flag indicates calm conditions and low hazard. A certain degree of caution is always called for, but if the green flag is flying, you’re probably in for lots of fun in smooth seas.

YELLOW The commonly seen yellow flag signifies medium hazard due to moderate surf and/or currents.

Entering the water is permitted, but extra caution is advised.

RED If you see the red flag, you’ll be wise to stay out of the water due to high hazard brought on by high surf and/or rip currents. Don’t take chances; there will be plenty of other times to enjoy the ocean.

DOUBLE RED If the lifeguard is flying two red flags, one atop the other, he or she has closed the water to the public due to extremely hazardous conditions unsuitable for even the strongest swimmers, such as extremely rough surf, rip currents or even a shark sighting.

PURPLE A purple flag indicates the presence of dangerous marine life. Jellyfish are a common culprit. Always consult the lifeguards with your questions, as they are there to keep everyone informed and safe.

In addition to the flag(s), you will find a sign near the lifeguard station with a chalkboard on which the lifeguard has written up-to-date information such as water temperature and any special conditions.

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South Beach

beach park that is part of

picnic pavilions, restroom

3 miles north of County

Treasure Shores, just

the Archie Carr National

facilities, showers, boardwalk

Road 510, is known for its

Wildlife Refuge. It is guarded

and other amenities,

sand dunes and wide open

during the day and includes

including lifeguards from 9

beach vistas. The beach is

a playground, restroom

a.m. to 5 p.m.

unguarded, but amenities

facilities, showers and picnic

include a pirate ship-themed

pavilions.

playground, restrooms,

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Seagrape Trail Beach, an unguarded beach a half-mile

Wabasso Beach Park is

south of County Road 510, is

showers and walking trails.

found at the east end of the

pristine and secluded. It has

Golden Sands is another

Wabasso Bridge and offers

been the site of many coin

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Sexton Plaza Beach

discoveries related to the 1715

pharmacy, is popular

include a boardwalk, picnic

Spanish fleet.

among local surfers and has

pavilions, a playground, sand

lifeguards on duty from 9:10

volleyball courts, showers

a.m. to 4:50 p.m.

and restrooms. Lifeguards

Turtle Trail Beach is peaceful and private. It’s unguarded, but it is a great

are present from 9:20 a.m. to

miles north of the Merrill

umbrella and dive into your

Barber Bridge, is a favorite

Sexton Plaza Beach, at the

latest juicy beach read.

locale for picnics and lots

end of Beachland Boulevard,

of other family activities.

is adjacent to the legendary

The spacious grounds

Ocean Grill restaurant. It is

Tracking Station Beach,

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Jaycee Beach, just two

place to plant your chair and

located near the CVS

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Humiston Park's oceanfront playground

just a hop, skip and jump from

decades. It is conveniently

some fantastic beachside

located near shopping and

about 7 miles south of the

shops and eateries. The

restaurants and is the site of

Alma Lee Loy (17th Street)

beach is unguarded, but

the popular Farmers Market

Bridge, sits just north of

Sexton Plaza is a popular

Oceanside every Saturday

the St. Lucie County line.

spot for ocean gazing and

morning.

Its west side on the Indian

sunrise spotting.

Humiston Park is a short

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South Beach Park is directly

Round Island Park,

River Lagoon has a short

in line with the Alma Lee

hiking trail and is a favorite

distance to the south of

Loy (17th Street) Bridge. It

among lagoon paddlers

Sexton Plaza. With lifeguards,

features wide open beaches,

and manatee spotters.

picnic pavilions, playground,

restrooms, showers and

Beachside amenities include

restrooms and showers,

covered pavilions. Lifeguards

restrooms, covered pavilions,

Humiston Park has been a

are on hand from 9:20 a.m. to

playground and lifeguards

favorite among residents for

4:40 p.m.

from 9:10 a.m. to 4:50 p.m.

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Turtle Tips One of the many special things about coastal Florida is its role in sea turtle nesting. For the vast majority of nesting female sea turtles, Florida’s extensive coastline is the place to be during nesting season (May 1–Oct. 31).

It’s important to understand how our lifestyle can affect that of the turtles.

Here are a few tips on being turtlefriendly:

GO LIGHT ON ILLUMINATION If you’re blessed with beachfront property, you have a special responsibility.

Since sea turtles rely on moonlight, it’s important to prevent competing light sources that could confuse them. Look into “turtle-friendly” lighting.

LEAVE ONLY FOOTPRINTS After a day of fun at the beach, bring

Green Turtle

all chairs, umbrellas and toys with you. Don’t leave behind any plastic, which turtles could accidentally ingest. And, as hard as it may be to see your architectural masterpieces destroyed, you should also flatten sandcastles and fill in any holes you’ve dug.

DO NOT DISTURB During nesting season, you will often see nests marked with orange flagging tape. Do not disturb these sites. Also, should you come across a mother or baby sea turtle, do not interfere. It’s improper and illegal.

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This may seem like lots of “don’t"s, but definitely "do" participate in ranger-led nighttime turtle walks, which allow you to witness the nesting process up close!

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number of local organizations work to protect our sea turtles, and some of them sponsor turtle

walks, guided evening beach tours where you might just get to see a turtle come ashore to lay her eggs.

Disney’s Vero Beach Resort 9250 Island Grove Terrace 772-234-2000 verobeach.disney.go.com Friends of Sebastian Inlet State Park at the Sebastian Fishing Museum 9700 Hwy. A1A 772-589-2147 fsispturtlewalk.org Sea Turtle Conservancy at Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge 8385 US Hwy. A1A Melbourne Beach 321-723-3556 coserveturtles.org

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Gifts from the Sea

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ndian River County has

vines and are picked up

22 miles of unspoiled,

by waves. Some will even

open beaches where

germinate here. They have

treasures can be found

fun names, too: nickernut, sea

under your feet. And when

heart, sea purse, Mary’s bean

we say treasure here in Vero

and hamburger bean, for

Beach, we sometimes mean

example — it really looks like

it literally — treasure from a

a hamburger between the

large shipwreck in the 1700s

two halves of a bun!

is still being found. Keep an

offer an endless variety of

wrack, the strip of debris left

shapes and patterns and are

by waves. This section can be

fun to observe and collect.

especially interesting in the wake of a storm.

Many beach finds tell their

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Seashells and corals also

especially close eye on the

Sea glass is also a soughtafter beach find. Glass that has made its way into the

own stories. Sea beans, also

ocean is smoothed by sand

known as drift seeds, have

and water, sometimes for

made long voyages from

decades, and turns up on

exotic locales to our shores.

the beach as colorful pieces

They drop from various

of glass that may be used in

tropical trees, shrubs and

decor and jewelry.

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Finding Treasure

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ave you ever wondered why this special stretch of land along the Atlantic is called the “Treasure Coast”?

On July 31, 1715, a fleet of 12 Spanish ships sailing from

Havana loaded with gold, silver, emeralds and other precious jewels encountered a fierce hurricane. Only one ship survived, and precious cargo was strewn from Sebastian to Jupiter.

Modern-day treasure hunters still find valuable pieces on organized diving expeditions at the wrecks. To see relics from the wrecks and to learn more about the 1715 fleet, visit the McLarty Treasure Museum on the site of the original survivors’ salvaging camp at 13180 Hwy. A1A, south of Sebastian Inlet State Park.

Just off the shore of Vero Beach at Sexton Plaza lies another famous shipwreck known as the “Boiler Wreck” because the boiler protruded from the water until recent years. The SS Breconshire, an English ship, met its end in 1894 on a voyage from Tampa to New York when the navigator failed to recognize the coral reefs along the coastline. The vessel sank, but the crew made it safely to land. Today, what remains of the wreckage lies in only 15 to 20 feet of water, a short swim from shore. It’s a popular place for snorkelers to explore — abundant marine life

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Sunset on the lagoon from the Moorings Yacht And Country Club

Waterways

Fall in Love with the Indian River Lagoon

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n many ways, our lives

was also important for both

place great importance on

revolve around the Indian

commercial and private

protecting and preserving our

River Lagoon; they always

fishing. Today, we associate

lagoon.

have. For the early settlers

the lagoon perhaps most

of our area, the lagoon was

closely with wildlife viewing

the Indian River Lagoon runs

At a length of 156 miles,

the main thoroughfare for

and recreation. For all these

along 40% of Florida’s east

travel and commerce. It

reasons and more, we

coast. Five inlets connect

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it with the Atlantic Ocean, Sebastian and Fort Pierce being the closest to our north and south respectively. The water of the lagoon is neither salt nor fresh, but rather “brackish,” or slightly salty.

That’s why alligators are rarely seen there, though it is not impossible.

The Indian River Lagoon is one of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in the Northern Hemisphere, home to 685 species of fish, 370 species of birds and 2,100 species of plants.

It also serves as a fish nursery, as it is the spawning ground for both ocean and lagoon fish.

The sea grasses that grow

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food source for the West

from this process was used to

Indian manatee, one of our

create the many spoil islands

favorite marine mammals,

that dot the lagoon.

along with dolphins, which

As residents of Indian River

are also plentiful in the

County, we play a vital role

lagoon.

in the health of the lagoon.

The average depth of the

From landscaping to litter, our

Indian River Lagoon is just 4

choices make a difference.

feet, though a 10-foot-deep

Let’s all make it our business

channel was dredged in the

to learn how we can be

1950s for the Intracoastal

good friends to our beloved

Waterway. The soil resulting

lagoon.

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he St. Sebastian River, running

Birding and Wildlife Trail, offers great

west and north of the town of

opportunities for birding and wildlife

Sebastian, is a tributary of the

viewing. Fishing, camping and hiking are

Indian River Lagoon. All of its wonders can best be explored by visiting the

also popular activities at the preserve.

Guided hikes and wagon rides are

St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park

available by reservation from May

in Fellsmere, where 60 miles of trails

through October.

are available for hiking, biking and horseback riding.

The park, part of the Great Florida

While the preserve does not have a boat launch, it is accessible from boat ramps nearby on Roseland Road.

St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park 1000 Buffer Preserve Drive, Fellsmere Daily 8 a.m.–sunset 321-953-5005 floridastateparks.org

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Riverfront Parks

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he following riverfront parks serve as ideal vantage points for dolphin and manatee spotting as well as pelican and osprey watching. This list is also a great

place to look for places to enjoy a picnic or launch your kayak, paddleboard or boat.

Riverside Park Picnic pavilions, playground, tennis courts, fitness trail, restrooms and boat ramps 3280 Riverside Park Drive, adjacent to Riverside Theatre and Vero Beach Museum of Art Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary A beautiful and solemn memorial to Indian River County men and women who paid the ultimate price in serving our country, Memorial Island includes a number of monuments and benches for quiet contemplation overlooking the Indian River Lagoon.

100 Dahlia Lane, accessed via Riverside Park A.W. Young Park Small public park with an excellent view of the lagoon, including both

bridges; picnic pavilions and restrooms 2 Park Ave., in Vero Isles, also known as “the Fingers�

MacWilliam Park Sheltered picnic areas, restrooms and boat ramps 3341 Bridge Plaza Drive, at the northeast end of the Barber Bridge Dale Wimbrow Park Playground, picnic pavilions, event pavilion, barbecue grills, restrooms, boat launch, fitness trail and fishing access 11805 Roseland Road, Sebastian Donald McDonald Park Observation boardwalk, restrooms with showers, fire pits, concrete picnic tables and boat launch 12315 Roseland Road, Sebastian

Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary

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Roseland Community Center & Park 12925 83rd Avenue

Dale Wimbrow Park 11805 Roseland Road

Donald MacDonald Park 12315 Roseland Road Sebastian Riverview Park U.S. Hwy 1 and CR 512

A1A Wabasso Causeway Park 1820 Wabasso Beach Road

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Wabasso Causeway Park 1820 Wabasso Beach Road Boat launch, picnic pavilions and restrooms

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Riverfront Parks St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park 1000 Buffer Preserve Drive

Joe Earman Island Park Accessible by boat only, 1 mile north of the Barber Bridge

Live Oak Road Park South side of Wabasso Causeway

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Beach

Parking

Boat Dock

Playground

Boat Launch

Picnic Tables

Camping

Rentable Space

Dogs Allowed

Restrooms

Equestrian Access

Tennis

Fishing

Walking Trails

Lifeguard

45th Street Dock Gifford Dock Road Bethel Creek House 4405 N. Highway A1A

Mac William Park Southeast end of Barber Bridge

A1A Riverside Park Riverside Drive

Royal Palm Pointe Park 2 Royal Palm Pointe Oslo Dock Eastern end of Oslo Road

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Adventure Kayaking Tours 772-567-0522 adventurekayakingtours.com Airboat Wilderness Rides Blue Cypress Conservation Area County Road 512 772-589-3278 airboatwildernessrides.com

Capt. Bob’s Airboat Adventures of Vero Beach Blue Cypress Conservation Area County Road 512 772-633-7849 airboatadventuretours.com Florida Cracker Airboat Rides and Guide Service Blue Cypress Conservation Area County Road 512 772-563-0001 floridacrackerairboatride.com

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Gator Bait Airboat Adventures Blue Cypress Conservation Area County Road 512 772-766-2629 gatorbaitairboatadventures.com

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Marsh Beast Airboat Tours Blue Cypress Conservation Area County Road 512 772-584-0089 marshbeastairboattours.com

River Explorer Boat Tours 3321 Bridge Plaza Drive 772-713-7132 riverexplorerboattours.com River King at Capt. Hiram’s 45-foot Sightseer pontoon boat 1606 Indian River Drive, Sebastian 772-589-4345 hirams.com

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Treasure Coast Cruises at MacWilliam Park 3469 Indian River Drive 772-321-5955 tccruise.com Tropical Kayak Tours 772-778-3044 tropicalkayaktours.com

Or by Plane Treasure Coast Seaplanes conducts low-altitude eco-tours highlighting the natural beauty of our coastline, taking passengers up toward the Sebastian Inlet and ending with an exciting water landing on Blue Cypress Lake.

2640 Airport N. Drive 772-500-2359 flytcs.com

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On & Under

Water Sports Whether you like being in the water or floating above, we have a sport for everyone

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t’s all about being in, on and under the water here in Vero Beach. Boating, fishing, kayaking, surfing and paddleboarding are among the most popular activities for both visitors and residents. Kayaks and paddleboards can be launched at a number of local parks, including

Wabasso Causeway Park, MacWilliam Park, Riverside Park and Round Island. Larger lakefront parks, such as Middleton’s Fish Camp at Blue Cypress Lake, also have boat ramps. Whatever your preference, the following information will get you started on your next aquatic adventure.

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Canoe/Kayak/Paddleboard Rental............... 100

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Rowing...............................................................................102

Fishing Gear.................................................................. 106

Kiteboarding/Kitesurfing.......................................102

Sebastian Fishing Museum................................. 108

Scuba Classes & Gear.............................................102

Waterfront Dining........................................................110

Surfing Lessons & Gear...........................................102

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Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County

Boating & Sailing Sebastian Inlet Marina 8685 U.S. Hwy. 1, Micco 772-664-8500 sebastianinletmarina.com

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Vero Beach City Marina 3611 Rio Vista Blvd.

772-978-4960 covb.org

Vero Beach Yacht Club 3601 Rio Vista Blvd.

772-231-2211 verobeachyachtclub.com

Vero Tackle & Watersports 3321 Bridge Plaza Drive 772-234-9585 verowatersports.com

Vero Marine Center 12 Royal Palm Pointe 772-562-7922 veromarine.com

Youth Sailing Foundation 17 17th St. 772-492-3243 ysfirc.org

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Boat Rental Florida Boat Rentals 3321 Bridge Plaza Drive (behind Riverside Cafe) 772-713-7132 flboatrentals.com

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Landlubber Boat Rentals 732-861-4175 landlubber-boat-rentals.business. site

Sail Moonraker 772-696-2941 40-foot luxury catamaran available for charter Sebastian Watercraft Rentals 1606 Indian River Drive, Sebastian (at Capt. Hiram’s) 772-589-5560 sebastianwatercraftrentals.com

Canoe/Kayak/ Paddleboard Rental Orchid Island Bikes and Kayaks 1175 Commerce Ave. 772-299-1286 orchidislandbikesandkayaks.com Paddles by the Sea 3321 Bridge Plaza Drive 772-444-7871 paddlesbythesea.com

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Sea Sup Go Paddle & Surf Company 40 Royal Palm Pointe 772-217-8708 seasupgo.com

Rowing Vero Beach Rowing 310 Acacia Road 610-357-1171 verobeachrowing.org

Kiteboarding/ Kitesurfing Endless Windz 772-217-KITE endlesswindz.com

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Scuba Classes & Gear Deep 6 Dive and Watersports 416 21st St. 772-562-2883 deepsixintl.com Treasure Coast Dive Center 8466 U.S. Hwy. 1 772-571-5987 tcdivecenter.com

Surfing Lessons & Gear

EZride Surf School Professional surf lessons and ocean education 954-803-7988 ezridesurfschool.com Deep 6 Dive and Watersports 416 21st St. 772-562-2883 deepsixintl.com Wabasso Beach Shop 4880 87th St., Sebastian 772-388-4077 wabassobeachshop.com

Epic Sessions Skimboard, surf and paddleboard lessons and tours 772-360-7166

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Fishing VERO BEACH'S MOST POPULAR FISH Coastal

Inshore & Coastal

COBIA

SNOOK

Fishing Guides REDFISH

A Guide Fishing Service 772-559-1422 aguidefishingservice.com Big Easy Fishing Charter 772-538-1072 bigeasyfishingcharter.com

KINGFISH

TARPON

Capt T. Fred’s Charters 772-473-2156 tfredcharters.com Down Sea Charters 772-532-9347 downseacharters.com

MAHI-MAHI/DOLPHIN FISH

PERMIT

East Coast Fishing Charters 321-266-1160 ecfishingcharters.com Filet Show Fishing 321-693-4918 filetshow.com

SAILFISH SNAPPER

Fish Vero Beach Charters 772-633-4274 fishverobeach.com Incentive Fishing Charters 321-676-1948 incentivecharters.com

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Just Bumminit Guide Service 772-562-5978 justbumminit.com

Local Waters 321-266-2575 fishlocalwaters.com O’Fishly Hooked Charters 772-633-8240 ofishlyhooked.com On Island Time Charters 772-473-0694 onislandtimecharters.com Roy Bass, Middleton’s Fish Camp 772-473-1885 roybass.com Renegade Charters 863-840-1422 floridarenegade.com Seek & Destroy Charters 772-559-5224 verobeachcharterfishing.com Skipper Sportfishing Charters 772-473-4525 skipperfish.com Vero BackCountry Fishing 772-532-6174 verobackcountryfishing.com Vero Tackle & Marina 772-234-9585 verowatersports.com Vero Tight Line Charters 772-584-1500 verotightlinecharters.com

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Fishing Licenses

Fishing Gear

Anyone fishing in Florida must possess a valid fishing license.

Contact the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at 888-486-8356 or myfwc.com.

King Pompano Bait and Tackle Shop 1901 U.S. Hwy. 1 772-234-9300 king-pompano-bait-and-tackleshop.business.site Reel ‘Em In Bait & Tackle 821 U.S. Hwy. 1, Sebastian 772-228-6336 reeleminbaitandtackle.com

Professional Outfitters 1204 U.S. Hwy. 1 772-569-3666 pro-out.com Vero Tackle & Watersports 3321 Bridge Plaza Drive 772-234-9585 verowatersports.com Wabasso Bait and Tackle Shack 8456 U.S. Hwy. 1 772-571-5144

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A Sebastian Fishing Museum

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Sta fro ocated on the south (Indian River

dock, and photographs of commercial

County) side of Sebastian Inlet

fishermen at work in the Indian River

State Park, the museum pays

Lagoon. Access to the museum is free with

tribute to the significant role of the fishing

admission to the park.

industry in Sebastian’s history. On display are nets and other fishing gear used by early settlers, a homemade fishing boat,

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replicas of an original fish house and

Sebastian Inlet State Park 14257 Hwy. A1A 321-984-4852 floridastateparks.org

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Oceanfront Citrus 772-231-4114 1050 Easter Lily Lane Cobalt 772-469-1060 3500 Ocean Drive

Mulligans 772-492-6744 1025 Beachland Blvd.

Ocean Grill 772-231-5409 1050 Beachland Blvd.

Seaside Grill 772-231-1911 4200 Ocean Drive

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Ocean Grill Waldos 772-231-7091 3150 Ocean Drive The Wave 772-562-9919 3244 Ocean Drive

Riverfront Capt. Hiram’s 772-388-8588 1580 U.S. Hwy. 1, Sebastian Riverside Cafe 772-234-5550 3341 Bridge Plaza Drive

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The perfect place to

Go Wild!

Vero Beach is a wonderland of outdoor sports and amazing wildlife

Hiking

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ndian River County is the perfect place to combine two things that help keep us happy and healthy: physical activity and the great outdoors. There are plenty of places to take a hike on our nice, flat terrain while enjoying the beauty that surrounds

us. In addition to all of the city and county parks listed elsewhere, the following nature preserves and hiking trails are open to the public.

Hiking Trails Blue Cypress Conservation Area This 60,000-acre conservation area near Blue Cypress Lake is under the aegis of the St. Johns River Water Management District. It includes miles of levees that provide vantage points for viewing the open water, marshlands, cypress trees and native wildlife, including many species of birds.

State Road 60 and County Road 512 sjrwmd.com/lands/recreation/blue-cypress

Captain Forster Hammock Preserve This 110-acre preserve contains a short trail that offers a quick wilderness getaway in which you’re never very far from civilization. You’ll start just east of Jungle Trail and emerge onto beach sand with the ocean before you. Birders are especially fond of this preserve during spring and fall songbird migration.

8610 Jungle Trail, south of CR 510 ircgov.com

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Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area Located at the southwestern corner of Indian River County, this 20,000-acre property offers some 5 miles of trails, including a boardwalk that traverses a hardwood swamp.

This biologically diverse area also includes prairie and marshland as well as pine flatwoods.

About 20 miles west of Vero Beach, 10 miles east of Yeehaw

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Junction; access south side of State Road 60 sjrwmd.com/lands/recreation/ fort-drum-marsh Jungle Trail This 7.8-mile 1920s hard-packed sand road, now on the National Register of Historic Places, stretches from Old Winter Beach Road north to the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge. traillink.com

Lagoon Greenway This property comprises 187 acres, including 3 miles of trails for hiking, jogging or bicycling through oak hammocks, over wetlands and around a mangrove forest along the edge of the lagoon.

Accessed at the intersection of Indian River Boulevard and 8th Street Indian River Land Trust 772-794-0701 irlt.org

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Oslo Riverfront Conservation Area As soon as you enter this 298-acre wilderness, you forget you are less than a mile from a shopping center. Trails and boardwalks take you through mature coastal hammock, scrubby flatwoods and wetlands that are home to such native plants as wildflowers, wild coffee, myrsine, marlberry, firebrush, saw palmetto, cabbage palms and a wide variety of other species. The South Oslo Riverfront Conservation Area is located just across Oslo Road.

150 9th St. SE (Oslo Road) Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge Established in 1903 by an executive order of President Theodore Roosevelt, Pelican Island was the first national wildlife refuge in the United States. Visitors enjoy peaceful hiking trails, plentiful wildlife and an extraordinary view of the Pelican Island rookery in the Indian River Lagoon.

The entrance can be accessed off Highway A1A, 3.7 miles north of Wabasso Beach Road (CR 510) or from the south via Jungle Trail.

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St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park With 22,000 acres of wilderness and 60 miles of trails, this state park is a local treasure. Habitats include long-leaf pine forests, grassland prairies, scrub cypress domes and swamps. Look for the rare Florida scrub jay and keep an eye out for bald eagles, gopher tortoises and a host of other native species. Even the elusive bobcat is known to make the preserve its home.

1000 Buffer Preserve Drive, Fellsmere 321-953-5005 floridastateparks.org Toni Robinson Waterfront Trail A 1-mile trail encompasses open canopy scrub habitat, oak forest and an impoundment loop with a boardwalk through mangroves Accessed at U.S. Highway 1 and 79th Street Indian River Land Trust 772-794-0701 irlt.org

Oslo Riverfront Conservation Area

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Palm Guide

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he ubiquitous palm tree is perhaps Florida’s most defining image. But you may not have realized how many different types of palms there are. From Florida’s state tree, the sabal palm, to the stately royal palm, each has its unique place in

Vero Beach’s tropical landscape. Here’s a guide to help you identify some of the palm trees you will see around town.

Sabal Palm

Christmas Palm

Chinese Fan Palm

palm is native

solitary tree or

called fountain

to Florida and

in clumps of two

palm, owing

is also the state

or three trunks,

to the graceful

tree. This stalwart

this palm is ideal

fronds that

palm, like most

for the home

The sabal,

or cabbage,

Grown as a

Sometimes

overlap each

natives, is pretty much foolproof as far as

landscape. It has several names of which

other, the Chinese fan palm is easy to

maintenance is concerned. It is also salt

“Christmas palm” and “cherry palm”

grow. The fans are a bright, shiny green

tolerant and will not freeze.

refer to the bright red seeds or berries

and provide an interesting tropical

produced in the winter. It is also referred

ambiance.

Coconut Palm

to as Manila palm and dwarf royal palm.

Royal Palm

The coconut

palm is a most

Aptly named,

Areca Palm

The Areca palm

is a clumping

graceful palm

the royal palm

variety in that

and is especially

is regal and

it continuously

beautiful when

majestic but,

sends up new

planted along

alas, it grows

shoots from the

too large for

ground. If nothing

an ocean beach or on the edge of the lagoon, where it will tend to arch over the

most residential

is done to control them, the resulting

water. The fruit and the milk inside it have

landscapes. It is perfect, however, for

clump or clumps form a dense privacy

recently been receiving a lot of attention

gracing the roadways of Royal Palm

screen. However, by carefully selecting

as healthy additions to the diet.

Pointe and makes up a magnificent

canes to be removed, an attractive multi-

collection within McKee Botanical

trunked palm can be created.

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Pygmy Date Palm

One of the most popular landscape

palms in Florida, the pygmy date is often grouped in pairs or trios. It is a slow grower that reaches a height of about 12 feet. This native of Southeast Asia is cold tolerant down to 26 degrees Fahrenheit.

Bismarck Palm

The Bismarck palm, a native of

Madagascar, is strikingly beautiful owing to its massive star-shaped fans. Also contributing to that regal appearance is the gorgeous silvery-blue color. This is another palm best appreciated as a solitary specimen.

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here’s no doubt that Vero Beach is blessed with botanical beauty. It is only natural, then, that many residents derive great joy from preserving and even enhancing that beauty. Since our landscaping practices have a direct effect on the lagoon, knowledge in that area is of

paramount importance. Besides that, gardening is lots of fun and can even be good exercise.

Whether you’re looking to link green thumbs with others or find answers to your questions, you’ll

find plenty of resources here in Indian River County.

Classes & Advice Gardenfest!

The Garden Club of IRC’s annual Gardenfest! will be held this year on Feb. 1 and 2 in Riverside Park.

The two-day event draws more than 85 vendors of plants, flowers, trees, pottery and garden furniture and decor. A variety of food trucks help ensure that you can browse all day. Experts are on hand to share their knowledge, admission is free and there’s even a raffle!

Gardenfest! at Riverside Park 3250 Riverside Park Drive .Saturday, Feb. 1: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 2: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

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Florida-Friendly Landscaping Series Presented by Master Gardeners of Indian River County Indian River County Main Library First and third Tuesdays, 2 p.m.

1600 21st St. 772-770-5060 irclibrary.org Brackett Library Bjorkman Room Second and fourth Fridays, noon IRSC Mueller Campus 6155 College Lane 772-226-3080 North IRC Library large meeting room Second and fourth Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

1001 Sebastian Blvd., Sebastian 772-589-1355 UF/IFAS Extension IRC The Extension Service is a branch of the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences that exists through the cooperation of the university with the U.S. Department of Agriculture

and the Board of County Commissioners. It is a treasure trove of resources on all things agricultural and horticultural.

Contact the extension office for information on the Florida Master Gardener Program, FloridaFriendly Landscaping Program, Gardening Solutions Program and much more.

1800 27th St. 772-226-4330 sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/indian-river Garden Club of Indian River County The Garden Club’s mission is to educate its members and the public and to beautify our county.

The club, which was founded in 1928, consists of nine “circles,” that meet once a month.

2526 17th Ave. 772-567-4602 gardenclubofirc.org

Nurseries

Busy Bee Lawn & Garden Center 7445 U.S. Hwy. 1 772-562-1166 busybeegardencenter.com C.W. Willis Family Farms 1405 58th Ave 772-770-5970 cwwillisfamilyfarms.com Nature’s Garden 240 Old Dixie Hwy. SW 772-567-6406 verobeachplantnursery.com Orchid Island Botanicals 5145 Old Dixie Hwy. 772-562-2280 Penjing Bonsai Garden 1650 U.S. Hwy. 1, Malabar 321-725-2855 penjingbonsaigarden.com Rock City Gardens 9080 U.S. Hwy. 1, Sebastian 772-589-5835 rockcitygardens.com

BB’s Tumbleweeds Garden Center 119 11th Place SW 772-778-2618

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Spanish Moss

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ou may have noticed some trees that look as if they have

long beards. That would be Spanish moss, a type of air plant, or epiphyte, that makes its home on trees in tropical and subtropical locales, such as the Southeastern United States. Spanish moss is not a parasite; it obtains its nutrients and moisture from the air, not its host tree, so the two botanical buddies generally get along just fine, unless the moss becomes so thick that it obscures the light reaching some of the tree’s leaves. It is also of interest to note that “Spanish moss” is a complete misnomer, as the plant is neither Spanish nor a moss. It is, in fact, a bromeliad, which makes it unrelated to moss and closer to the pineapple! And the only thing it has to do with Spain is that it apparently reminded French settlers of the beards of the Spaniards. Perhaps we should call it by its Native American name, Itla-okla, which translates to “tree hair”!

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Plentiful in our area, this raptor

feeds almost exclusively on fish, which it snatches from the water after a 30- to 100-foot dive and

For the Birds

O

then carries off in its talons.

ne of the coolest things about life in coastal Florida is looking out your window and seeing a bird the size of a small child strutting across your yard. Needless to say,

birding is a favorite pastime here. From the tiniest hummingbirds and finches to the most majestic wading birds and raptors, our

Bald Eagle

When it comes to bald eagle

bird populations fascinate us, especially in winter, when many

populations, Florida takes a back

Northern species “fly south” and visit with us for a while. Most of

seat only to Alaska. It is not at all

the birds on the next pages are here year-round and are some of

uncommon to spot a bald eagle

the favorites to watch.

soaring over Indian River County.

Though at first glance it is possible to mistake an osprey for a bald eagle, just keep a sharp eye out for the pure-white head and hooked yellow bill.

White Ibis

The ubiquitous white ibis is seen in and near

shallow water, often in yards, and usually in groups.

There’s no mistaking it for any other species because of its very long, curved, reddish-orange bill and similarly colored legs. Its feathers are all white except for black wing tips that are visible only when the bird is in flight. Juveniles

Pelican

While brown pelicans

possess patchy

can be spotted fishing or

brown feathers,

perching on docks year-

which serve as

round, the larger white

camouflage

pelican, whose wingspan

as the bird

can exceed 9 feet, are

matures.

literally snowbirds, residing here in the winter. Pelican Island National Wildlife

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Refuge offers a bird’s-eye view of the Pelican Island rookery in the Indian River Lagoon.

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Great Egret

There’s no mistaking the tall, graceful egret

— a type of heron — with its long, slender neck, pure white feathers, black legs and straight yellow bill. The great egret exceeds 3 feet in height and possesses a wingspan of more than 4 feet. It is often spotted in or near shallow water,

Little Blue Heron

This methodical wading predator

stalking fish slowly and intently. It also eats frogs

is larger than a cattle egret but

and other small critters.

much smaller than a great blue heron. Its feathers include slate blue, maroon and purplish hues.

Cattle Egret

Snowy Egret

Though smaller than

Slightly larger

the great egret, the cattle egret is likewise

than the cattle egret,

all white, except for

the snowy egret is

some buff-colored

characterized by

plumage during

bright yellow feet

breeding season. Just

and a black bill.

under 2 feet in height,

This bird was once

the cattle egret is seen in open fields and yards. Its name

hunted extensively

derives from its practice of hanging out around (or on)

for its beautiful long, white breeding

grazing cattle, eating the insects that are stirred up.

plumage, but populations have rebounded significantly.

Great Blue Heron

Even taller than the great egret, and possessing a 6-foot

wingspan, the great blue heron is an attention-getter. But if you’re trying to photograph one, be sure to have a zoom lens, because if you get too close, this bird will fly off with an irritated squawk. Its hunting behavior is similar to that of its relative the great egret.

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There’s nothing like a sandhill crane. For one thing,

it is 4 feet tall, with a wingspan exceeding 6 feet. Then there’s its red forehead and its tendency to stroll terrifyingly close to high-traffic areas and to cross streets on foot, a perplexing habit for a bird. Finally, the sandhill crane’s rattling trumpet-like call is

Cormorant and Anhinga

difficult to describe, but once you hear it, you won’t soon forget it.

These are the birds

often seen with their wings outstretched, seemingly in an act of flamboyant sunbathing.

In fact, these water birds possess less preen oil than other birds, so they frequently have occasion to dry their wings.

Due to this common behavior, it is easy to mix these two birds up. Perhaps the most noticeable distinguishing feature is that the

Roseate Spoonbill

cormorant’s bill is curved at the end,

Without a doubt, this

while the anhinga’s is

bright pink bird is a favorite

straight.

of many residents and visitors alike. Its vibrant color comes from the crustaceans that make up most of its diet. The bill, with its wide, flat tip, almost calls to mind that of a platypus. Larger than a white ibis, the spoonbill can be seen foraging in shallow waters.

Wood Stork

The wading wood stork is larger than the great egret but

slightly smaller than the great blue heron. With its bald, scaly head and gangly appearance, it may not be much of a looker, but it is an impressive bird nonetheless, especially

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What is the Great Florida Birding Trail?

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he Great Florida Birding & Wildlife Trail is not actually a contiguous trail; rather, it is a network of 510 prime birding and wildlife viewing locations totaling some 2,000

miles. It is a project of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and the sites are marked with brown signs bearing the GFBWT’s swallow-tailed kite logo. There are a dozen such sites in Indian River County.

Swallow-tailed kite

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Be Safe

tangle with them. Here is some

you are much more likely to

information that will help you

see a bobcat than a panther.

e wouldn’t like

become better acquainted

About twice the size of

to see anyone

with Florida’s wildlife.

domestic cats, bobcats pose

W

miss out on

enjoying outdoor fun due to misconceptions about

We’ll start with an easy one.

little threat to humans. They are plentiful but reclusive, spotted occasionally in

Florida’s wildlife. Yes, we have

Not only are Florida panthers

wooded areas and even

alligators, snakes, bears

shy, they are critically

in backyards. They hunt

and panthers; but did you

endangered. In fact, there

rabbits, rodents and other

know that dogs and cows kill

has never been a recorded

small animals, usually at

far more people each year

case of a Florida panther

dawn, dusk and nighttime. As

than all of these wild critters

attacking a human.

with all wildlife, observe and

combined? Most wild animals don’t want to interact with you

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Florida Panthers

any more than you want to

Bobcats

In the wild cat department,

admire the bobcat, but keep your distance, and it will most likely blend back into the wild.

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on humans are exceedingly

Don’t let small children or

rare. Nevertheless, alligators

pets wander at the edges of

Alligators are plentiful in

need to be taken seriously. As

lakes, especially during the

the Sunshine State, but living

with most wildlife, if you leave

hours from dusk to dawn.

side-by-side with these scaly

them alone, they will leave

While gators prefer fresh

neighbors is not nearly as

you alone. Use good gator

water, it is possible, though

terrifying as you may think.

sense: Don’t swim in lakes or

much less likely, to see them

Unprovoked gator attacks

other inland bodies of water.

in the brackish waters of the

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Le

Indian River Lagoon. If you

and encounter a gator

into someone else’s habitat.

want to observe alligators

sunning itself at the water’s

And while that’s no reason

in their natural habitat, Blue

edge, keep your distance,

to refrain from frolicking in

Cypress Lake is a good place

and it will most likely slip into

the waves, it is wise to do

to do so. If you are canoeing

the water, where it feels most

so in the guarded stretches

or kayaking and see the

at home. And this probably

of beach, which are clearly

trademark triangle of an

goes without saying: It is

marked. The U.S. sees about

alligator’s eyes and snout

illegal to feed or annoy

30–40 shark attacks per year,

peeking above the waterline,

alligators in any way.

and on average only one is

watch carefully, and you will probably see it duck under and resurface farther away

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from you. If you are walking

Sharks

Let’s face it: When we enter

the ocean, we are stepping

deadly. Stay aware of your surroundings, don’t stray too far from the other swimmers, and always look to our

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The black racer is a common garden snake

experienced lifeguards for

scented items, such as food

extremely rare. Don’t tempt

advice and assistance.

and toiletries (deodorant,

them and don’t antagonize

toothpaste, etc.). Otherwise,

them, and you should be fine.

Bears

Florida is home to black

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keep such items in your car, but never in your tent. By

Snakes

bears, but they won’t exactly

the way, did you know that

Snakes are actually

be strutting down Ocean

the diet of black bears is

a valuable part of our

Drive. But if you are a hiker or

mostly vegetarian, with small

ecosystem. While Florida

camper, you’ll want to “bear”

animals making up only a

is home to 46 species of

them in mind. Campsites

small percentage? In other

snakes, only six of those are

will often have “bear boxes,”

words, they don’t want to eat

venomous, and of those only

in which you can store any

us. Black bear attacks are

four live in the southern part

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of the state. The even better

U.S. is nearly zero, due to the

news is that most Floridians

ready availability of good

go their entire lives without

medical care. Only one in 50

spotting a single specimen

million people will die from a

of most of these species or

snakebite. You stand a better

a single venomous snake

chance of winning the Florida

at all. And, like most wildlife,

lottery!

snakes will usually flee if given the chance. According to the University of Florida, the chances of dying from a

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Performing Arts

On Stage

One of the many extraordinary things you’ll find in Vero Beach is our thriving cultural scene. We’re a small town with a big-city commitment to the performing arts. Theater, opera, live music and dance abound.

Theater

V

ero Beach boasts a decades-long tradition of both amateur and professional stage productions,

so theater lovers will find a rich variety of opportunities to sit back and relax as the houselights dim.

Riverside Theatre Florida’s largest professional theater is proud to call Vero Beach home. This cultural treasure provides a full season of theater productions, a vibrant children’s theater, live music and comedy, and an annual lecture series. 2020 productions include “Thoroughly Modern Millie” Jan. 7–26, “The 39 Steps” Jan. 21–Feb. 9, “Lost in Yonkers” Feb. 4–23, “La Cage aux Folles” March 10–29, “Bakersfield Mist” March 24–April 12 and “The Bodyguard” April 14–May 3.

Children’s Theatre productions remaining in the 2019-2020 season include “Thoroughly Modern Millie JR.” on Jan. 4 and “Beatbugs JV” May 28–30.

Riverside Theatre 3250 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-6990 riversidetheatre.com

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Vero Beach Theatre Guild's "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

Vero Beach Theatre Guild The Vero Beach Theatre Guild has been bringing the house lights up on local talent since 1958, producing dramas, comedies, musicals and musical revues. The current season’s full performances include “Always a Bridesmaid” Jan 15–26, “Jesus Christ Superstar” March 11–29, and “Moonlight & Magnolias” May 6–17. Staged readings of two Arthur Miller

plays, “A View From the Bridge” Jan. 31–Feb. 2 and “Death of a Salesman” April 3–5, round out the guild’s offerings. Want to do more than watch? Actors, singers and dancers may audition for future shows, and volunteers of all sorts are always welcome.

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National Theatre of London The Majestic 11 brings live-filmed performances from the National Theatre of London to life in Vero Beach. “All My Sons” opens Jan. 16.

The Majestic 11 940 14th Lane 772-770-0773 cwtheaters.com

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hether you want to learn to dance, enroll a grandchild

in lessons or “Princess Camp” or enjoy a night at the ballet, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Vero Beach.

Vero Classical Ballet Vero Classical Ballet is a dance studio/ballet school offering classes for dancers of all ages and levels. Audiences enjoy annual productions, which include such classics as “The Nutcracker,” “Sleeping Beauty” and “Cinderella.” You won’t want to miss “Swan Lake,” coming in June.

3705 16th St. 772-360-8577 veroclassicalballet.com

Ballet Vero Beach If watching the ballet is more your style, you won’t want to miss any of this year’s expanded season from Ballet Vero Beach. Performances include “Founding Fathers” on Jan. 17 and 18, “Composer’s Notebook — The Music of Paul Gay” on Feb. 28 and 29 and “Clarity of Vision” on April 17 and 18.

VBHS Performing Arts Center 1707 16th St. 772-905-2651 balletverobeach.org Bolshoi Ballet The Majestic 11 is happy to present live filmings of the Bolshoi Ballet.

See “Giselle,” opening Jan. 26, “Swan Lake” opening Feb. 23, “Romeo and Juliet” opening Mar. 29 and “Jewels” opening April 19.

The Majestic 11 940 14th Lane 772-770-0773 cwtheaters.com

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Vero Beach Opera The Vero Beach opera adds to the cultural richness of our community by offering fully staged operas, professional performances by world-class opera stars and international vocal competitions.

VBO also offers master classes and awards scholarships to local students and hosts parlor

concerts in members’ homes. The 2020 season includes Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville” on Jan. 12, “Best of Broadway and Opera Concert” on Feb. 22 and the “Rising Stars Opera Festival” March 24–27.

VBHS Performing Arts Center 1707 16th St. 772-564-5537 verobeachopera.org The Met: Live in HD Can’t make it to a live performance? The Vero Beach

Opera, in conjunction with The Majestic 11 theater, brings the Metropolitan Opera to town, broadcasting "The Met: Live in HD." The 2020 season includes “Wozzeck” Jan. 11, “Porgy and Bess” Feb. 1; “Agrippina” Feb. 29, “Der Fliegende Hollander” March 14, “Tosca,” April 11 and “Maria Stuarda” on May 9.

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Choirs Treasure Coast Chorale The Treasure Coast Chorale, currently in its 18th season, seeks to offer people who love to sing and people who love to listen a chance to experience programs that combine voices, instruments and the visual arts. Concerts currently announced for 2020 include “That’s Amore,” on Feb. 23 and “Patriotic Music” on May 24. Watch for details about the 2020–2021 season this spring.

First Baptist Church 2206 16th Ave. 772-231-3498 treasurecoastchorale.org

Vero Beach Choral Society The Vero Beach Choral Society, an auditioned, community-based, intergenerational ensemble, has been making beautiful music since 1984. You can hear them perform “A Musical Menagerie: Songs Celebrating Animals” on March 15 at The Community Church and “In Memoriam: A Concert for Memorial Day” on May 24 at First Presbyterian.

The Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. and First Presbyterian Church 520 Royal Palm Blvd. verobeachchoralsociety.org

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Atlantic Classical Orchestra The ACO has been gracing our community with beautiful notes for over 30 years. The 2020 season includes four "Masterworks" concerts: “Variations” on Jan. 7 presents pieces by Beethoven, Dvorak and Rachmaninoff; “Old, New, Borrowed & Blue” on Feb. 18 features music from Jennifer Higdon, Stravinsky and Beethoven; “Rivers & Mountains” on March 3 highlights the work of Beethoven, Piazzolla and Schumann; and “Strings Attached” on April 7 presents Wagner, Joao Luiz and Beethoven.

Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. 772-460-0851 atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

Space Coast Symphony Orchestra The Space Coast Symphony Orchestra provides “symphony for everyone” by offering complimentary or discounted tickets to people who may not otherwise be able to attend concerts. SCSO has year-round programming that includes classical music, pops, film scores, jazz and more. The announced 2020 lineup includes “Stars Sing Broadway” Jan. 5 at the Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts; “Hooray for Hollywood!” Jan. 26 at VBHS Performing Arts Center; “The Romance of Rachmaninoff” March 1 at VBHS; “Fan Favorites, Redux,” March 22 at VBHS; “From the Flat to the Silver Screen,” April 5 at the Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts; pianist Jeffrey Biegel performing Dvorak’s

Seventh Symphony April 19 at The Community Church of Vero Beach; and “Side by Side,” in which local youth orchestras play alongside SCSO professionals, May 24 at VBHS Performing Arts Center.

The Waxlax Center for Performing Arts 1895 Saint Edward’s Drive VBHS Performing Arts Center 1707 16th St. and Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. 855-252-7276 spacecoastsymphony.org Vero Beach Chamber Orchestra The chamber orchestra has been active in Vero Beach since 2007. The group, which consists of professional and semi-professional adult and student musicians from Indian

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Atlantic Classical Orchestra River County and neighboring communities, presents two free concerts annually. The first program, on March 15, includes Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4. The season continues on April 26 with a performance of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3 and Symphony No. 7.

VBHS Performing Arts Center 1707 16th St. 772-562-6125 verobeachchamberorchestra.org Indian River Symphonic Association The Indian River Symphonic

Association brings the finest orchestras from around the world to perform seven concerts each season. This year’s lineup includes the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Jan. 17; the Siberian State Symphony Orchestra Jan. 24; the Russian State Symphony Orchestra Feb. 13; Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Feb. 17; and three performances by the Brevard Symphony Orchestra on Feb. 7, March 13 and April 3.

Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. 772-778-1070 irsymphonic.org

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MusicWorks will host Judy Collins in February.

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MusicWorks If your tastes are more firmly rooted in the 20th century, you’ll enjoy concerts nearly every week brought to Vero Beach by MusicWorks, an organization that connects classic rock and folk artists with audiences that love the music of the '60s and '70s.

A sampling of the fun in store: “Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter

Noone” on Jan. 29, Joan Osborne on Feb. 5, Judy Collins on Feb. 15, the Kingston Trio on March 12 and Peter Asher on April 9.

The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave. 800-595-4849 musicworksconcerts.com Sunset Saturday Night Free Concert Series Join your friends and neighbors for a monthly music festival for family fun on the second Saturday of each month. Enjoy a beautiful

Florida evening with music by local bands and food and drink from local vendors.

Humiston Beach Park 3000 Ocean Drive 772-410-8376 verobeachoba.com Music at Sebastian Inlet Outdoor music fans will enjoy the eclectic Night Sounds Concert Series at Sebastian Inlet State Park. Concerts are held September through May, on the Saturday evening closest to the

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full moon, and feature a wide variety of musical genres. Some highlights of the 2020 season include “Four Shillings Short,” a husband and wife duo that plays Celtic, medieval, Renaissance European, Indian and Native American music, Feb. 8; Vince Love and the Soul Cats, who play blues, soul and Motown tunes, March 7; and St. John’s Wood, performing British pop and rock music from the '60s, including favorites from the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Elton John and more.

Sebastian Inlet State Park 14257 Hwy. A1A 772-388-2750 friendsofsebastian inletstatepark.org

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See It Here Vero Beach is truly an art lover’s mecca — home to a world-class art museum, numerous art galleries and a vibrant community of artists and art aficionados

Vero Beach Museum of Art The Vero Beach Museum of Art houses a permanent collection featuring art from the early 20th century to the present in a wide range of media. While primarily focused on American art, the collection is expanding to include additional international contemporary holdings. Visiting exhibitions are frequent guests of the museum. The 2020 season includes “L’Affichomania: The Passion for French Posters” through Jan. 12, and “From Homer to Hopper: American Art from The Phillips Collection, Washington, DC,” which will run Feb. 1–May 31.

The museum also hosts film and lecture series, special events, workshops and classes.

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org Vero Beach Museum Art School The art school at the museum offers a wide selection of studio arts and humanities classes as well as weekend workshops for all skill levels. The 2020 winter term includes five- and 10-week classes running from Jan. 6–March 14.

Humanities courses include topics such as “Chinese Art History” and “Art History from the Renaissance

through Impressionism.” Courses in the “Art for Health’s Sake” program focus on process over product, and include topics such as yoga and qigong.

Studio arts classes for a variety of levels are available in the areas of photography, drawing, watercolors, pastels, acrylics, sculpture, pottery and much more.

Weekend workshops with master artists help artists hone specific techniques.

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707 ext. 116 vbmuseum.org

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Vero Beach Art Club The Vero Beach Art Club was formed in 1936 and serves the community through education, exhibitions, social events and monthly meetings with special programs and guest artist demonstrations. In addition to frequent Art in the Park fine art and crafts shows in Humiston Park, the club hosts several major events.

The 32nd annual Art by the Sea Fine Arts and Crafts show, in which

member artists each show one piece of their art for sale, happens Jan. 17–19 in Holmes Great Hall at the Vero Beach Museum of Art. The 69th annual juried Under the Oaks Fine Arts & Craft Show, which brings more than 200 artists to Vero Beach, will be held March 13–15 in Riverside Park. On March 27–29, the club will host the 2nd annual New Dimensions Fine Arts & Crafts Show of 3D works at the Marsh Island Clubhouse. In

December, keep an eye out for the 13th annual Art Trail Fine Arts & Crafts Studio Tour.

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0303 verobeachartclub.org Artists Guild Gallery The cooperative fine-art gallery with 18 member artists and numerous consignors features 12 rooms of sculpture, pottery, jewelry, ceramics and glass. Art

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classes, commissioned works and private showings are also offered.

Different guest artists are featured each month.

1974 14th Ave. 772-299-1234 artistsguildgalleryofverobeach. com

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Art In Public Places Cultural Council of Indian River County and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture presents “Art

in Public Places” exhibits at the Indian River County Courthouse.

2000 16th Ave. 772-770-4857 cultural-council.org Findlay Galleries Worth the drive from Vero Beach, Findlay Galleries is worldrenowned for its distinguished stable of abstract and representational contemporary artists. The gallery also specializes

in impressionism, European modernism, l’Ecole de Rouen, l’Ecole de Paris and 20th-century American art. Visit its collection of 10 elegant galleries on two spacious floors encompassing three centuries of art in the heart of Palm Beach.

165 Worth Ave. Palm Beach 561-655-2090 findlaygalleries.com

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Flametree Gallery Leah and Bruce Cady’s gallery is a place for local clay artists and potters to show their work. The gallery features resident artists Rae Marie Crisel, Keko Ekonomou, Heidi Hill, Coco Martin, Kim Mayo, Judy Nye, Maria Sparsis and Peggy Thomas. Exhibiting artists include John Aruffo, Bill Bennett, Jim Cohoe, Mary Goetz, Judi Nickelson and Katie Santomartino.

2041 14th Ave. 772-202-2810 flametreegallery.com The Galleries at First Pres The campus of First Presbyterian Church is home to the Galleries at First Pres, a venue displaying the work of local artists in various media. Installments are rotated on a quarterly basis, with three artists featured each season. Indian

River County artists are invited to apply to be a part of the venue’s ever-changing lineup. Guests are welcome to view the galleries Monday through Thursday afternoons from noon to 3, and guided tours are available every Wednesday from 3 to 5 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church 520 Royal Palm Blvd.

772-464-6712 firstpresvero.org Gallery 14 The Gallery features a diverse array of works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, collage, sculpture, ceramic, jewelry, pastel and photography by Gallery 14 owner-artists Lila Blakeslee, Barbara du Pont, Beth-Anne Fairchild, Mary Ann Hall, Barbara Landry, George Pillorge, Deborah Morrell Polackwich, and Dorothy

Visit Our Showroom 4005 U.S. Highway 1, Vero Beach, FL 32960 772-205-2529 ledcapstone.com

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Napp Schindel. Other artists include Walford Campbell, Joan Earnhart, Terry Green, Viola Pace Knudsen, Mia Lindberg, Francis Mesaros, Michael Robinson, Carol Staub and sales associate-artist Jo Zaza, along with monthly rotating exhibits by guests.

1911 14th Ave. 772-562-5525 gallery14verobeach.com

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The Gallery at Windsor Founded in 2002, The Gallery at Windsor is an independent art space at the heart of the Windsor community. The Gallery annually invites curators to respond to the space with museum-quality shows of contemporary art. The gallery has exhibited works by many leading contemporary artists. A three-year collaboration with the Whitechapel Gallery, London, resulted in exhibitions

by Beatriz Milhazes, Gert and

Uwe Tobias and Jasper Johns. A three-year curatorial partnership with the Royal Academy began in 2018 with Grayson Perry, and an exhibition by Royal Academician Sir Michael Craig-Martin ran in early 2019. A film and illustrated book by Rose Wylie will be on exhibit Jan. 28–April 30.

3125 Windsor Blvd.

772-388-4071 windsorflorida.com/art

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Featuring the finest gently used brand name consignment home furnishings for your living room, dining room, and bedrooms.

Handblown vases, The Laughing Dog Gallery

James R. Hahn Productions Works by mural and trompe l’oeil specialists James and Kay Hahn are shown, including originals, prints and projects 2020 Old Dixie Hwy. SE, Suite 11 863-253-1053 jamesrhahn.com J.M. Stringer Gallery of Fine Art The gallery offers worldwide collections of original paintings, objets d’art, sculptures and select antique furnishings.

3465 Ocean Drive 772-231-3900 jmstringergallery.com The Laughing Dog Gallery The gallery features a sophisticated collection from more than 350 contemporary American craftsmen. The Treasure Coast’s largest collection of

art glass, along with ceramics, sculpture, furniture and an extensive collection of fine art jewelry is represented in its friendly, 4,000-square-foot showroom. The collection is also viewable on its website.

2910 Cardinal Drive 772-234-6711 thelaughingdoggallery.com Main Street Vero Beach Art Studios and Gallery The studios and gallery showcase works by Clair Brunetti and Barbara Sharp. Works include custom jewelry, pottery, paintings, hand-painted glass and furniture.

2036 14th Ave. 772-643-6782 mainstreetverobeach.org

Come say hello to Henrietta!

Now open Sunday 11 to 3 2207 7th Avenue, Miracle Mile West Plaza (772) 778-8919 • www.consignmentgalleryverobeach.com

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Meghan Candler Gallery The gallery has a beautifully curated collection of paintings by select local, national and international artists and represents more than 40 contemporary emerging and established artists working in abstract, impressionist and realistic styles. The gallery presents an uplifting, friendly and sophisticated environment that currently features new paintings from the studios of its New York, California, Atlanta and Cape Cod artists. Works are also viewable on the website.

6160 Hwy. A1A Village Shops 772-234-8811 meghancandlergallery.com

Ocean Drive Gallery This studio and gallery features contemporary abstracts by Elise Geary, coastal assemblages/ mixed media by Margaret Goembel, acrylic animal paintings

by Andrea Lazar and acrylic seascapes by Gail Fayerweather.

3349 Ocean Drive, Suite 8 Second floor, elevator located in alcove behind Lyra Home 772-579-7667 eliseartist.com Palm House Studio and Gallery The studio and gallery features original artwork by award-winning artists Wendy Douglas, Dede Gilbert, Rick Kelly, Kathy Kemp, Madeline Long, Suzy Mellott, Lee Moore, Jack Staley, Emily Tremml and Janet Kipp Tribus. Their work

includes landscapes, marine scenes, contemporary realism, portraiture, narrative imagery and original jewelry designs by Faith & Family. Commissions are welcomed. See the gallery’s website, Facebook and Twitter to view current available artwork, works in progress, teaching videos and biographies of the artists.

Open by chance or appointment.

3227 Ocean Drive, 2nd floor 772-231-6816 palmhousegallery.com Raw Space A vibrant, innovative and alternative cultural venue located in the heart of downtown Vero Beach, Raw Space provides a platform that promotes a spectrum of artistic disciplines

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Ancient Super Continents

major effect on our geology

the senate vote started a

Florida was once a part of

Beach was in the center of

celebration in Vero that

northwest Africa. When the

a peninsula that was three

began with a lengthy blast

ancient super continents

times larger than our current

of the fire siren. A jubilant

split apart, a fragment of

state. Over thousands of

crowd quickly gathered at

Africa attached itself to North

years, the calcium carbonate

the Chamber of Commerce

America. That fragment

remains of sea creatures

headquarters where the

formed the basis for the

formed our bedrock, and the

messages were displayed

carbonate buildup that

quartz sand covering our

and the sound of automobile

includes the Florida and

state and its beaches today

horns and other noisemaking

Bahamas platforms formed

traces its origin to erosion of

instruments added to the din.”

about 530 million years

the timeworn Appalachian

ago by a combination of

Mountains.

to bear to prevent the bill’s passage.

"The receipt of telegrams announcing the result of

Interestingly enough,

But the actual history of our

1715

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Eleven of 12 ships of a Spanish fleet carrying silver treasure are lost in a hurricane off the coast of Vero Beach, just seven days into their journey from Havana to Spain; hence the name “Treasure Coast.”

city began much earlier and

volcanic activity and marine

much more quietly.

sedimentation.

1888

H.T. and Sarah Gifford and family arrive and begin to organize the nascent settlement into the town that today is Vero Beach.

1891

The U.S. Postal Service accepts the application of the town of “Vero.”

It is believed that Sarah Gifford chose the name based on the Latin word for “truth.”

1919

Sea levels have had a and ecology. For example, during the last ice age, Vero

The town of Vero is incorporated as part of St. Lucie County.

1925

“Vero” becomes “Vero Beach” and is designated county seat of the newly formed Indian River County.

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Vero Beach’s Early Settlers The earliest records of

years old, which may make

Meanwhile, Native

it the oldest artwork found in

Americans from a variety

the Americas.

of tribes were pushed from

For many years, the

Georgia and Alabama down

human civilization in our

area was home to the Ais

to Florida, gathering together

area come from an unlikely

(pronounced “ice”) tribe of

as one mixed tribe called the

source — a drainage ditch

Native Americans. In 1696,

“Seminoles” (a corruption of

near Vero Beach Regional

pioneer Jonathan Dickinson

cimarrón, a Spanish term for

Airport. There, in 1915, the

wrote that their most

“wild one”).

remains of five individuals

powerful chief was located

were unearthed, dating from

at “Jece” where Vero Beach is

Spanish periods (1767–1821),

the Pleistocene era (c. 10,000

today. Soon after Dickinson’s

the Seminoles in Florida were

B.C.). In 2009, a drawing of a

visit, the Ais’ territory was

largely left alone. However, in

mammoth carved on a piece

invaded by settlers from the

1816 the Seminole Wars began

of bone was discovered in

Carolinas and their Native

and most Seminoles were

the same area. The carving

American allies. By 1760, the

ultimately forced to relocate

has now been estimated to

Ais’ lands had been taken

west of the Mississippi River.

be between 13,000 to 20,000

and the tribe decimated.

A smaller group — possibly

1919

Riomar, the first residential development on Vero's barrier island, is established.

1932 Nurse Garnett Lunsford Radin establishes a 21-bed hospital.

After WW II, it becomes Indian River Memorial Hospital.

During the British and

1942 The U.S. Navy selects Vero Beach’s airport to be commissioned as naval air station to be used as a training facility during World War II.

1948

At the initiation of businessman and airport manager Bud Holman, Naval Air Station Vero Beach is transformed into Dodgertown, the spring training facility of the Brooklyn Dodgers.

1951 The Merrill P. Barber Bridge, connecting the mainland to the barrier island, is dedicated. A steel-and-concrete drawbridge, it replaces the wooden bridge in use since 1920.

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fewer than 200 — refused to leave Florida and moved deep into the Everglades. The modern Florida Seminoles

1973

Riverside Theatre is built using funds from private donations.

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European Exploration

Bernard Romans arrived

an abundance of rivulets, and variegated with ponds and lakes, whole banks being in general lined with

and Miccosukees are

from England in the 1700s to

oak, magnolia, and other

descended from this group.

evaluate the “Southern Part

trees, (exhibiting) the most

Residents of Vero Beach

of British America.” His book,

romantic scene imaginable

for 30 or more years may

"A Concise Natural History

and you will have just an idea

remember the Seminoles

of East and West Florida,"

of this place.”

in Indian River County,

published in 1776, included

especially their intricate

a section about the area

island was a wild tangle

clothing and beadwork. As

now known as Vero Beach:

of sharp palmettos, vines,

the county’s land became

“Imagine then to yourself

dangerous animals and

more developed for farming,

a country gradually rising

thick jungle accessible only

and many of the marshes

into a ridge of highland,

by boat. As beautiful now

were drained, the Seminoles

very barren, sandy and

as it was then, albeit more

abandoned our area for

gravelly, a few places

inhabited, Vero Beach is still a

other parts of Florida.

excepted, intersected with

rare find.

1978 Indian River Memorial Hospital moves into its newest facility, which will, in 2006, become known as Indian River Medical Center.

1986 Vero Beach Center for the Arts, later Vero Beach Museum of Art, is established.

2008

The Los Angeles Dodgers play their last spring training game in Vero Beach.

In those days, the barrier

2019 Indian River Medical Center becomes part of the Cleveland Clinic health system and acquires a new name: Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital.

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Gold Doubloons

The Spanish Treasure Fleet The Ais still inhabited the

Vero Beach Is Discovered In the late 1800s, the

area on July 31, 1715, when

citrus industry discovered

a massive storm crushed a

the county’s prime soil and

fleet of 11 Spanish ships on

the legendary Indian River

the reefs just off the coast

grapefruit was born.

of Vero Beach. The ships

Aside from the beachside

were returning to Spain fully

settlement of Riomar in the

loaded with gold and silver

1920s, Vero Beach remained

bars, coins, emeralds, pearls

largely an agricultural town

and other treasures from

based on the mainland. Then,

Central and South America.

in 1969, E. Llwyd Ecclestone Sr.

The debris field from the

purchased 3,000 acres on the

wreckage spanned from

barrier island and created

Sebastian to Jupiter, so the

the community now known

area is referred to as Florida’s

as John’s Island. Soon after,

“Treasure Coast.”

Jorge and Leonor Gonzalez

Modern treasure hunters

founded The Moorings on

still find valuable remnants

the southern end of the

from the wrecks, either

barrier island. With these two

washed up on the beach

substantial communities

or during organized dive

in place, the stage was set

excursions.

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Indian River Citrus Museum

History Museums & More Hallstrom House This historic home was built

by Axel Hallstrom, a Swedish horticulturist who emigrated to the United States in 1898.

Open Monday through Friday from 1 to 4 p.m.

1723 Old Dixie Hwy. irchistorical.org Heritage Center and Indian River Citrus Museum Trace the history of Vero Beach and the citrus industry in Indian River County.

Open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

2140 14th Ave. veroheritage.org

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Indian River Historical Society Housed in the vintage 1903 Vero Beach train station, about a block from the Heritage Center and Citrus Museum Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

2336 14th Ave. irchistorical.org

Laura (Riding) Jackson Historic Home The turn-of-the-century cracker house of the poet Laura (Riding) Jackson has been preserved and is situated on the Mueller campus of Indian River State College.

Open October through May, Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon 6155 College Lane lauraridingjackson.org McKee Botanical Garden The botanical garden, established in 1932, is an 18-acre subtropical jungle hammock filled with rich landscapes and historic architectural treasures.

Open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 p.m.

350 U.S. Hwy. 1 mckeegarden.org McLarty Treasure Museum This state-operated museum lies on the site of the camp established by the survivors of the 1715 shipwreck of Spanish treasure galleons while they awaited rescue.

Open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

13180 Hwy. A1A floridastateparks. org/parks-and-trails/ sebastian-inlet-state-park

National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum

Mel Fisher Treasure Museum The museum is home to the legacy of America’s famous treasure hunter Mel Fisher.

Open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.

1322 U.S. Hwy. 1, Sebastian melfisher.com/Sebastian National Navy UDT–SEAL Museum The birthplace of the Navy Frogman program includes the lifeboat used in a hijacking by Somalian pirates in 2009, a steel I-beam section from the World Trade Center attack in 2001 and other displays. The museum also features a new World War II exhibit that is a must-see for any history buff.

3300 Hwy. A1A, Fort Pierce 772-595-5845 navysealmuseum.com

Sebastian Area Historical Museum The museum, located in the 1927 Historic Sebastian Public School, has exhibits on the Ais Indians, Pelican Island, clothing, family life, quilts, fishing, agriculture, military, transportation, early shops and trades, a book shop and research facilities.

1235 Main Street, Sebastian 772-581-1380 sebastianarea historicalmuseum.com Sebastian Inlet Fishing Museum The museum, within Sebastian Inlet State Park, focuses on the local fishing industry.

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Hometown

For those seeking a place in the sun and a simpler way of life, Vero Beach, consistently voted one of the best small towns in America, is the place to be. Small-town hospitality meets big-city convenience in our “Gateway to The Tropics.”

Government and Tax Information

The city of Vero Beach is

to retirees. There is, however,

the county seat and operates

a statewide sales tax of

under a council-manager

six percent and an Indian

form of government. The

River County sales tax of

five-member city council

one percent that apply to

of the 19th Judicial District of

appoints the city manager,

most purchased products.

Florida, has a five-member

city attorney and city clerk.

Medications, medical

board of commissioners and

Council members are

services and most groceries

five constitutional officers,

elected. See covb.org for

are excluded. When it comes

all of whom are elected:

more information.

to real estate taxes, property

Indian River County, part

tax collector, supervisor of

One of the many bonuses

owners are assessed ad

elections, property appraiser,

to living in Florida is that it has

valorem — based on the

sheriff and clerk of the circuit

no state income, inheritance,

value of the property — and

court. See ircgov.com for

or gift taxes, making the

non-ad valorem by the

more information.

state particularly attractive

county, city, school districts

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Licenses Driver’s License, License Plates and Registration

New residents must obtain a Florida driver’s license within

30 days of moving to the state. Bring original documents that validate your identity, Social Security number, and residential address. Vehicles are required to be registered within 10 days of establishing residency. Proof of identity and proof of insurance are required for vehicle registration, along with an application for certificate of title. Several standard license plates are available, plus a wide variety of specialty plates supporting good causes in Indian River

and special districts. Be

County and throughout the state. Motor vehicle services are

sure to take advantage of

managed by the Indian River County Tax Collector.

the Homestead Exemption

Indian River County Tax Collector County Administration Complex, Building B 1800 27th St. Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

772-226-1338. www.ircgov.com

Hunting and Fishing Licenses

The Indian River County

$50,000, the exemption is

Emergency Services

available to permanent

Department provides a

resident homeowners living

variety of services, including

on the property as of Jan. 1

emergency management,

of the tax year. Exemptions

fire rescue and animal

are also available for

control.

Hunting and fishing licenses are required in the state of

disabled veterans, widows

Florida. A variety of plans are available to suit your situation.

and widowers, and people

limits of Vero Beach is served

on disability. You will find

by the Vero Beach Police

a wealth of information

Department. Sebastian and

on state-level matters at

Fellsmere also have city

myflorida.com.

police departments. The

Indian River County Tax Collector County Administration Complex, Building B Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

1800 27th St. 772-226-1338. www.irctax.com

Pet Licenses

Dogs and cats are required to have a current rabies

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if you can. Currently up to

Emergency Services & Law Enforcement

The area within the city

Indian River County Sheriff’s Office serves the entire county, especially the areas outside individual city limits.

vaccination and an annual county license. Licenses are

The town of Indian River

available at the Animal Control Division, select other

Shores is served by the Indian

locations and by mail.

River Shores Public Safety

Indian River County Animal Control Division 4305 43rd Ave., #102B 772-226-3485 www.irces.com

Department, all of whose officers are triple-certified as police officers, firefighters and paramedics.

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of Elections at 4375 43rd Ave., other authorized locations or online at registertovoteflorida.gov.

Call 772-226-3440 for additional information.

Tips for a Smooth Transition

10. Talking Trash Your sanitation services depend on your address. Just about everything you need to know about garbage pickup and recycling services can be found by checking out ircrecycles.com or calling 772-770-5112.

1. Homing in on a New House Visualize your ideal lifestyle and make a list of priorities. Contact a local real estate agent and ask for an overview of different neighborhoods and properties that meet your main criteria, for example, beach access, tennis courts, a manned gatehouse or proximity to schools.

2. A Moving Experience Select a reputable, licensed and insured moving company, and decide how much packing you want to do on your own versus having the mover do it. Save yourself time and energy by making a plan so the movers can place your furniture and boxes right where you want them in your new home. If you want to store seldom-used items such as holiday decorations off-site, there are many mini-storage facilities in Vero Beach; make sure yours is air-conditioned.

3. Safe & Sound Vero Beach is a very safe place, but, like anywhere, we do get the occasional break-in. It’s always better to be safe than sorry. A good security system connects the alarm directly to local law enforcement. Ask your Realtor for a recommendation, and install the system before you move into your new home. Also, remember to change your door locks.

4. Power Up All of Indian River County is served

by Florida Power & Light (FPL), 800-226-3545.

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11. Clean Sweep If possible, hire professionals to keep your home immaculate so you can spend your valuable time enjoying life in Vero Beach.

Make sure they are licensed and bonded. Your neighbors may have some recommendations.

12. Make A Splash Many Vero Beach homes have pools and spas, so you'll want to find a maintenance company to ensure cleanliness and chemical balance. Look into using saltwater chlorination if your pool doesn't already have it — it's much easier on your skin.

5. Cooking with Gas If your kitchen or outdoor grill requires a gas line, call Florida City Gas at 800-993-7546 or AmeriGas for propane at 772-567-4394.

6. Getting Connected In Indian River County, both AT&T and Comcast offer TV, phone and internet services in a variety of options and packages, and satellite TV is available from DISH and DIRECTV..

7. You’ve Got Mail The USPS has a handy online service to change your mailing address at usps.com or moversguide.usps.com. If you want to set up a post office box, visit the post office at one of five local branches: 3320 Cardinal

Drive, 2050 13th Ave., 1551 U.S. Hwy 1, 8500 20th St., and 3535 9th St. SW. Remember to change your mailing address directly with your credit card companies, banks, family and friends (if you want them to find you!).

8. Stay in the Driver’s Seat Driver's license and motor vehicle registration services are headquartered at the County Administration Complex at 1800 27th St. This relatively new complex consolidates many services in one convenient location. Call 772-2261338 or see irctax.com.

9. By the People If you are a U.S. citizen 18 years of age or older, you may register to vote at the office of the Supervisor

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13. Green Is Good Vero Beach is home to many small companies offering lawn and sprinkler maintenance. Look for a larger company if you also need a landscape professional to manage trees, flowering vines and the rest of your garden.

14. Creepy Critters If you don’t want uninvited guests in your new home, be sure to arrange for a pest control service to apply regular treatments to the outside of your property.

See page 240 for a helpful list of all the phone numbers you'll need to get settled in.

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Medical Resources Hospitals Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital 1000 36th St. 722-567-4311 indianrivermedicalcenter.com Sebastian River Medical Center 13695 U.S. Hwy. 1, Sebastian 772-589-3186 sebastianrivermedical.org

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Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinics CareSpot Urgent care 1820 58th Ave., #110 772-257-3200 carespot.com Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital Walk-In Care Center — Sebastian 801 Wellness Way, Sebastian 772-226-4200 Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital Walk-In Care Center — Pointe West 1960 Pointe West Drive 772-226-4250

Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital Walk-In Care Center — Primary Care South 4165 9th St. SW (Oslo Road) 772-569-7706

East Side Urgent Care 927 37th St. 772-770-6225 eastsideurgentcareverobeach. com Florida Dept. of Health, Indian River County County Administration Building 1900 27th St. 772-794-7400

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Treasure Coast Community Health, central Vero Beach location 1553 U.S. Hwy. 1 772-257-8224 tcchinc.com Vero Beach Urgent Family Care 2651 20th St. 772-217-6012 verourgentcare.com

MedExpress Urgent Care 1150 U.S. Hwy. 1 772-978-5679 medexpress.com

We are an obstetrics and gynecology office offering a full range of ob/gyn services including: Well woman exams Adolescent gynecology | Obstetrical care | Nexplanon Menopause treatment | Gynecologic surgery | Minimally Invasive Surgery In office ablation for heavy bleeding | IUD Monday - Friday 9:00-4:30 (patients are seen by appointment only) Most insurances are accepted

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ndian River County offers a wide range of communities appealing

to a variety of interests. If you are thorough in your househunting, you will be surprised and delighted to find an array of residential neighborhoods within the larger Vero Beach area, each with its own distinct feel. There are scores of neighborhoods to choose from; below, we introduce you to just a few.

Country Club Communities Windsor Windsor is a magnificent 416-acre private sporting and social club situated along a stretch of north Vero Beach.

Amenities abound, such as a polo field, equestrian center with trails, 18-hole championship golf course, tennis center and croquet lawn. A trap and skeet shooting facility is nearby.

In the heart of Windsor is the Village Center, with a post

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The Moorings Yacht and Country Club

office, general store, business center and support offices.

Situated between the

John’s Island John’s Island is Vero

Windsor’s beach clubhouse

Atlantic Ocean and the

Beach’s most established

has a swimming pool, library

Indian River just north of

luxury community, offering

and cabanas.

Vero Beach and south of

three championship

Windsor, this club features a

golf courses, tennis club,

clubhouse also maintains a

championship 18-hole golf

oceanfront clubhouse and

world-class art museum with

course designed by Arnold

fine dining. Noted developer

shows running throughout

Palmer, with exclusive golf

E. Llwyd Ecclestone had a

the winter season.

clubhouse, a charming tennis

vision and real estate broker

center, Town Square Shops,

Alex MacWilliam Jr. helped to

and an elegant beach club

make it happen in 1969 when

featuring a terrace bar and

he brokered the land sale.

lounge, dining room and

Today, Georgian architecture

oceanside pool.

still graces this elegant

The elegant modern golf

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club is a 600-acre

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tropical Caribbean elegance.

community styled with

community.

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The Moorings The Moorings has over 7.5 miles of bulkheaded

only mainland community that offers a full-amenity “Grand Lifestyle” package.

riverfront living, as well as

Activities abound, from

oceanfront estate homes

the two championship golf

and condominiums. This is

courses, tennis center, and

truly Vero Beach’s boaters’

oceanfront and golf course

paradise and is located just

clubhouses to one of Florida’s

6 miles from Fort Pierce’s inlet

largest deep-water Atlantic

to the ocean.

marinas.

Two golf courses, tennis facilities, a riverfront fitness center, health spa, private

Oak Harbor Oak Harbor is one of Vero

beach and expansive golf

Beach’s premier senior living

clubhouse complete the

communities, offering a

amenities.

variety of senior services in a stress-free, country club

Grand Harbor Located on the western banks of the Indian River, Grand Harbor is Vero Beach’s

environment with Bermudastyle architecture.

The community offers

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facilities, a 42,000-squarefoot clubhouse with wellness

Sea Oaks boasts two

program, dining options,

major recreational centers:

transportation services,

the outstanding Tennis Club

property maintenance and

complex and the private

housekeeping services.

Beach Club on the ocean.

Sea Oaks Sea Oaks is a master-

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Indian River Lagoon.

In-Town Neighborhoods Central Beach If a relaxed, bike-to-it-all

Amenities include the

lifestyle is desired, Central

oceanfront beach clubhouse,

Beach is the place to be. This

tennis clubhouse, 16 fast-dry

barrier island neighborhood

planned community of

clay tennis courts, a 48-slip

is close to Ocean Drive and

approximately 125 shaded

marina, seven swimming

Cardinal Drive restaurants,

acres, encompassing 2,400

pools and a health club.

boutiques, hotels and

feet of Atlantic beach and

businesses. Riverside Park

1,500 feet of riverfront on the

is also in this neighborhood,

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with its tennis courts, fitness trail, boat ramp, Memorial Island, Vero Beach Museum of Art and Riverside Theatre.

Vero Beach Country Club, McAnsh Park and Royal Park Located on the mainland, these adjoining

Riomar When golf enthusiast

neighborhoods offer some of the most historic homes in

Winchester Finch discovered

the county, some dating from

the barrier island location in

the 1920s and earlier. They

1919, he invited his Cleveland

are also very conveniently

cohorts and coined the name

located to churches, the

Riomar (translation: “river

public library, county

to sea”). Since then, many

administration building,

homes have been added and

courthouse and, best of all,

changed, but the charming

a revitalized downtown arts

cottage-style architecture

and business district.

and oak-lined streets remain.

South Beach South of the Alma Lee Loy Bridge on the barrier island, a long expanse of sandy beach

Country Living Estates, Farms and Ranches to the West If it’s wide open spaces

borders properties all the

you’re looking for, Vero Beach

way to Round Island Park at

has that, too. Just west of the

the county line. On the river

city, several neighborhoods

side, the Indian River Lagoon

offer 5-acre zoning. If that

offers boating access and

doesn’t suit your fancy, you

water views. In between, a

can find even more extensive

series of gated residential

acreage where you can build

communities offers a variety

the house of your dreams

of lifestyles, from formal to

with space for horses to roam

relaxed.

and all the privacy you could ever want.

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Driving Tips

P License to Smile

Beachland Boulevard (Barber

utting aside GPS for

Bridge) south, the streets are

a moment, there are

named after flowers: Azalea

a few fundamentals

Lane, Bougainvillea Lane,

that will help you zip around

Camelia Lane, etc., down to

Vero Beach like a native. First,

Iris Lane. North of Beachland

don’t mix up your streets

Boulevard you encounter tree

and avenues. In Vero Beach,

names: Acacia Road, Banyan

“streets” run east to west, with

Road, Cypress Road, etc., up

numbers increasing as you

to Mango Road. So you can

head north, and “avenues” run

navigate while learning the

north to south, with numbers

local flora!

increasing as you head west.

Since we’ve opened

So, often, even if you’re not

Pandora’s box by mentioning

familiar with an address, you

State Road 60, aka 20th

may be able to find it based

Street, we might as well

require you to go to the motor vehicle department to get a

simply on the numbers. For

attempt to unlock a bit more

new driver’s license almost make you decide those winters

example, 956 20th St. is on

of that mystery. One small

up North aren’t so bad? Maybe you are picturing a slow

20th Street between 9th

detail is that another local

shuffle from line to line. Or endless waiting, only to discover

Avenue and 10th Avenue. By

name for Route 60 is Osceola

that the information you received at the first counter (“Yes,

the way, 20th Street is the

Boulevard. State Road 60

you have all the documents you need”) has somehow

local name for State Road

runs across Florida, from the

expired by the time you make it — at last! — to the front of

60. Roads named “court” run

Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic

the final line.

parallel to avenues, and those

Ocean. Here in Vero Beach,

Did the realization that moving to a new state would

We’re here to tell you that you don’t have to worry. The

named “place” run parallel to

the highway splits into two

friendly, hard-working and downright efficient workers at

streets. This information may

roadways from 20th Avenue

the Indian River County Tax Collector’s office will transform

make your brain hurt at first,

to Indian River Boulevard.

your opinion of this necessary task. You’ll walk out, mere

but at least there’s a method

This project, known as the

minutes after you enter, with your permanent license in

to the madness.

“twin pairs,” was carried out

hand, extra free time to fill, and a smile on your face. People

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alphabetically! From

On the beachside,

in the mid-1990s to facilitate

have even been overheard saying, “That was fun.” And

there’s also a pattern, and

traffic flow. The eastbound

without feeling any stress from waiting in line, you might

a more fun one at that —

half retains the name “20th

even like how your picture turns out!

botanical names, arranged

Street,” and the westbound

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half becomes “19th Place.”

and egress occur via three

When 20th Street ends just

bridges in Indian River

short of the Indian River

County: the Wabasso

Lagoon, the State Road

Causeway, the Merrill P.

60 signage continues on

Barber Bridge and the Alma

a small segment of Indian

Lee Loy Bridge, known as the

River Boulevard, over the

17th Street Bridge prior to 2012.

Barber Bridge and east on

As you’re driving around

Merrill P. Barber Bridge

states, Canada and beyond,

visit. We’re all trying to find

Beachland Boulevard until

Vero Beach, please bear

from bustling cities and small

our way around, so let’s be

reaching its terminus at

in mind that, especially in

towns. Some have lived here

patient with one another. It’s

Highway A1A.

winter, your fellow motorists

most or all of their lives, and

too beautiful here to let road

come from many other U.S.

some have just arrived for a

rage ruin anyone’s day!

Barrier island ingress

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Stock Up

Be sure to plan ahead in

order to avoid the last-minute rush. Before hurricane season

ropical storms and

even begins, you can stock

hurricanes are a part

up on batteries, bottled water

of life, especially here

and non-perishable foods,

in coastal Florida. But they

especially those that do not

needn’t be a cause for fear

require cooking (unless you

or panic. During hurricane

have non-electric cooking

season, June 1 through Nov.

options). You should have

30, weather experts watch

enough of these items to

who will issue voluntary

each system as it develops

last several days. If a storm

and mandatory evacuation

thousands of miles away.

is determined likely to

orders as needed.

Many storms amount to

affect our area, withdraw a

nothing or don’t approach

sufficient amount of cash, in

land at all. Many do make

case ATMs are closed due to

landfall, but as tropical

power outages.

storms or low-category hurricanes. While it's important to take hurricane

Fill Up

If a storm is approaching,

Shutter Up

If your home does not have

Power Up

Many families purchase

generators to keep the refrigerator and “essential” items running. The No. 1 rule with generators is never to

impact windows and doors,

run them in enclosed spaces.

you have probably invested

Don’t forget to charge your

in storm shutters (or you may

phone and other electronic

have both). Don’t wait until

gear before the storm arrives.

preparation seriously and

make sure you have a full

a storm is imminent to put

Portable backup chargers

make wise decisions when

tank of gas in your car in case

them up, and don’t hesitate

are a great investment.

storms approach, it is also

you need to evacuate.

to seek assistance if needed.

helpful to remember that major hurricanes are a fairly infrequent occurrence. Also,

Listen Up

It’s hard to resist being

Most neighbors are happy to help one another in these

Put Your Feet Up

If you need to evacuate,

situations. Also, be sure to

just think of it as a little

as natural disasters go,

glued to the hourly updates

bring in all outdoor furniture,

vacation at a hotel in another

hurricanes carry the major

on the Weather Channel.

potted plants and anything

city or a chance to visit family

benefit of ample warning.

While this can be informative,

that could potentially

or friends. If you are staying

Indian River County’s

it can also exacerbate any

become airborne.

put, once you’ve made all

Emergency Management

sense of unease you may

Division’s “Disaster

already have. The purpose of

Preparedness Guide” is the

staying informed is precisely

best source for advice on

to avoid unnecessary stress.

keep important documents

power, you can still read, play

local weather-related events

Most important of all, pay

together and in a safe place.

cards and games, and spend

and is available as a free

attention to the guidance

If you need to evacuate, bring

some quality time with any

download at irces.com.

of local government and

them with you.

family and friends who are

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law enforcement agencies,

Gather Up

It’s always a good idea to

your preparations, it’s time to relax and settle down for some indoor time. If you lose

riding out the storm with you.

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Osceola Magnet School

Education

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Saint Edward’s School and

the state of Florida — children

St. Helen Catholic School are

ero Beach and

must be 5 years old on Sept. 1

two of the private schools in

Indian River County

to enroll.

the county. Saint Edward’s

have been blessed

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Kindergarten is required by

Twenty public schools — 13

offers programs from pre-K

with outstanding schools,

elementary, four middle, and

through 12th grade; St.

both public and private.

three high schools — provide

Helen offers programs

National achievement tests

a wide range of educational

from kindergarten through

have proved that the quality

opportunities. Indian River

eighth grade.

of Indian River County’s

County is also home to

public school system is

several private, charter and

River State College offers

above the national average.

specialty schools.

more than 100 programs

At the college level, Indian

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leading to bachelor’s and

Palm Beach Atlantic, Rollins

associate degrees, technical

College and University of

certificates and applied

Central Florida are also within

technology diplomas, and

commuting distance of

has an undergraduate

Indian River County.

enrollment of around 18,000.

In addition to the main campus in Fort Pierce, IRSC

Elementary Schools

has several campuses, including the Mueller Campus in Vero Beach.

Barry University, Florida Institute of Technology,

Public Schools Beachland Elementary 772-564-3300 Citrus Elementary 772-978-8350

Florida Atlantic University,

Dodgertown Elementary 772-564-4100 Fellsmere Elementary 772-564-5970 Glendale Elementary 772-978-8050 Indian River Academy 772-564-3390 Liberty Magnet School 772-564-5300 Osceola Magnet School 772-564-5821 Pelican Island Elementary 772-564-6500

Corey’s Pharmacy Family Owned Since 1956

We Accept Most Insurance Plans Weekly and Monthy Medication Bubble Packs Vero’s Only Beachside Pharmacy Monday - Friday: 9am-6pm Saturday: 10am-4pm 2912 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL 32963 Phone: 772-231-6931 Fax: 772-231-0731 DESIGNER EYEWEAR • BEACH SUPPLIES • GREETING CARDS • PERFUMES • MAGAZINES • SOUVENIRS

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North County Charter Elementary School (K–5) 772-794-1941 Sebastian Charter Junior High School (grades 6–8) 772-388-8838 St. Peter’s Preparatory Academy (VPK–6) 772-562-1963

Private Schools* Master’s Academy (K–12) 772-794-4655

Pelican Island Elementary School

Rosewood Magnet School 772-564-3840

Vero Beach High School 772-564-5600

Sebastian Elementary 772-978-8200

Specialty Public Schools

Treasure Coast Elementary 772-978-8500

Alternative Center for Education (grades 6–12) 772-564-6240

Vero Beach Elementary 772-564-4550

Middle Schools Gifford Middle School 772-564-3550 Oslo Middle School 772-564-3920 Sebastian River Middle School 772-564-5111 Storm Grove Middle School 772-564-6400

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Indian River Virtual School 772-564-3100 Treasure Coast Technical College 772-564-4970

Saint Edward’s School (K–12) 772-231-4136 St. Helen Catholic School (K–8) 772-567-5457 Suncoast School (K–8) 772-778-0892 Willow School (K–8) 772-770-0758 *This is not an exhaustive list. There are additional private schools of various types, including churchbased schools.

Wabasso School (special education, ages 5–22) 772-978-8000

Charter Schools Imagine Schools South Vero (K–8) 772-567-2728 Indian River Charter High School (grades 9–12) 772-567-6600

Sebastian River High School.

772-564-4170

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ife is good in Vero Beach and Indian River County, and no

less so for our furry, fourlegged friends. A favorite doggie destination is the Vero Beach Dog Park, located at 3449 Indian River Drive East, at the northeast end of the Merrill Barber Bridge, near MacWilliam Park. It is a free public space that provides a clean, safe environment for dogs and their owners to exercise and play, seven days a week from dawn to dusk. Amenities include water fountains, seating areas, canopies, shade trees, waste bags and more. As a nonprofit organization, the park relies completely on community support for its upkeep. For more information, check out verobeachdogpark.org.

sally-port entries, shade and

county license. Licenses

If you’re looking for

picnic areas. It also features

are available at the Animal

small and large dog sections.

Control Division, select other

something farther north, head for 245 Keen Terrace in Sebastian, where you’ll find the Sebastian Bark Park, a

Pet Licenses

Dogs and cats are required

7-acre off-leash play area

to have a current rabies

that offers watering facilities,

vaccination and an annual

locations and by mail.

Indian River County Animal Control Division 4305 43rd Ave., #102B. 772-226-3485 irces.com

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Brevard Zoo

Family Fun

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ow that you’ve decided to move to paradise, you can be

sure your friends and family and all their kids will soon be on their way to visit. Here are some indoor and outdoor activities, so you can have fun with the whole gang, rain or shine.

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Art Zone at Vero Beach Museum of Art 3001 Riverside Park Drive (772) 231-0707 vbmuseum.org Lots of hands-on activities to engage the little ones with art Brevard Zoo 8225 North Wickham Road Melbourne (321) 254-9453 brevardzoo.org Children’s Garden at McKee Botanical Garden 350 U.S. Hwy. 1 (772) 794-0601 mckeegarden.com Enchanted outdoor space for

children to let their imaginations run wild in a beautiful natural setting

Merritt Island (855) 433-4210 kennedyspacecenter.com

Fun City Party and Play Center 1375 U.S. Hwy. 1 (772) 770-0707 funcityfl.com Arcade games, bounce houses, laser tag and birthday parties

LaPorte Farms 7700 129th St., Sebastian (772) 633-0813 laportefarms.com 5 acres with petting farm, pony rides and various scheduled events

Gifford Aquatic Center 4895 43rd Ave. (772) 770-5312 ircrec.com/gac Zero-depth entry pool, swimming lanes and two enclosed slides Kennedy Space Center Space Commerce Way

North County Aquatic Center 9450 County Rd. 512, Sebastian 772-581-7665. www.ircrec.com/ncac Extensive water play area, competition pool with 24 lanes and diving well

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Sebastian Skate Park 1126 Barber St., Sebastian (772) 581-2630 parks.cityofsebastian.org 3 concrete ramps, a jersey barrier, boxes and skating floor for skateboards and in-line skates

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Safari Golf & Games 455 Oslo Road (772) 562-6492 safariminigolfandgames.com 36 holes of safari-themed miniature golf, arcade room, batting cages, ice cream

Skate Factory 485 27th Ave. SW (772) 794-3373 skatefactory.us Skating, classes, video arcade and team sports including speed skating and roller hockey; available for private party rental

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Royal Palm Pointe Fountains Park 2 Royal Palm Pointe Fun fountains for children to play in, fishing dock, excellent lagoon views, picnic tables and restrooms

Vero Beach Book Center 392 21st St. (772) 569-2050 verobeachbookcenter.com Independent bookstore with a huge toy selection and children’s story hour every Friday at 10:30 a.m.

Vero Bowl 929 14th Lane (772) 299-7467 verobowl.com 30+ futuristic glow-in-the-dark bowling lanes; billiards; party zone for children, teens and adults

La Porte Farms

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Events Recurring Monthly Events First Friday Gallery Stroll first Friday of every month along 14th Avenue Downtown Friday Street Party last Friday of every month along 14th Avenue Main Street Vero Beach 772-643-6782 mainstreetverobeach.org Farmers Market Oceanside Saturday 8 a.m.–noon along Ocean Drive at Humiston Beach Park Sunset Saturday Night Live music and food on the second Saturday of every month at Humiston Beach Park Oceanside Business Association 772-410-8376 verobeachoba.com

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Art in the Park Biweekly November– February, monthly in October and March at Humiston Beach Park Vero Beach Art Club 772-231-0303 verobeachartclub.org

Space Coast Symphony Orchestra

JANUARY

5 Stars Sing Broadway Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts 855-252-7276, spacecoastsymphony.org

6 Stickwork Sculpture Buildout by Patrick Dougherty Jan. 6–24 McKee Botanical Garden 772-794-0601, mckeegarden.org

7 Thoroughly Modern Millie Jan. 7–26 Riverside Theatre 772-231-5860, riversidetheatre.com Masterworks I, Variations Atlantic Classical Orchestra at The Community Church of Vero Beach 772-460-0850, atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

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Annual Quail Valley Charities Events Jan. 8–18 Quail Valley Charities 772-492-2069, quailvalleygolfclub.com

The Barber of Seville Vero Beach Opera at VBHS Performing Arts Center 772-569-6993, verobeachopera.org

9 Distinguished Lecture Series: Sarah L. Booth, ‘A Healthy Diet: What Do We Know and What Is Just Hype?’

Indian River State College Foundation Richardson Center, Mueller Campus 772-462-7880, irscfoundation.org

15 Always a Bridesmaid Jan. 15–26 Vero Beach Theatre Guild 772-562-8300, verobeachtheatreguild.com

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Max Weinberg’s Jukebox MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

Mangroves and Moonlight Gala Environmental Learning Center 772-589-5050, discoverelc.org

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The Carpenters Remembered MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

32nd Annual Art by the Sea Fine Arts & Crafts Show Jan. 17–19 Vero Beach Art Club at Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0303, verobeachartclub.org

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MusicWorks presents Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone

Founding Fathers Jan. 17–18 Ballet Vero Beach at VBHS Performing Arts Center 772-905-2651, balletverobeach.org Festival of Orchestras: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Indian River Symphonic Association at The Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070, irsymphonic.org

18 Adult Writers Workshop: Thomas Swick, ‘The Joys of Travel Writing’ Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation 772-569-6718, lauraridingjackson.org

20 Distinguished Lecturer Series: Gen. John Kelly Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990, riversidetheatre.com

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The 39 Steps Jan. 21–Feb. 9 Riverside Theatre 772-231-5860, riversidetheatre.com

Festival of Orchestras: Siberian State Symphony Orchestra Indian River Symphonic Association at The Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070, irsymphonic.org

22 Ticket to the Moon: The Music of ELO MusicWorks at Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

23 Diamonds in the Rough Gala Camp Haven at Grand Harbor Golf Club 772-999-3625, camphaven.net ‘The Bicycle Revolution’ Film Screening and Community Forum at The Majestic 11 Bike Walk Indian River County 804-381-8772, bikewalkirc.org

Hooray for Hollywood!

Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at VBHS Performing Arts Center 855-252-7276, spacecoastsymphony.org

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Annual Donor Reception John’s Island Foundation 772-234-0992, johnsislandfoundation.org

Ship to Shore Cruise Party Gifford Youth Achievement Center at Oak Harbor Club 772-794-1005, gyac.net

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Transforming Landscapes for a Sustainable Future Conference Pelican Island Audubon Society 195 9th St. SE 772-567-3520, pelicanislandaudubon.org

26 Chamber Music Series: Impressions and Expressions Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707, vbmuseum.org

Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

31 A Little Night Music Gala Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707, vbmuseum.org

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1 Gardenfest!

Feb. 1–2 Garden Club of IRC at Riverside Park 772-567-4602, gardenclubofirc.org From Homer to Hopper Feb. 1–May 31 Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707, vbmuseum.org Adult Writers Workshop: Susan Conley, ‘Let’s Start at the Beginning: Novel Openings’ Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation 772-569-6718, lauraridingjackson.org

3 Starfest Feb. 3–4 Childcare Resources of Indian River 772-567-3202, childcareresourcesir.org Paint the Town Red Gala Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at Quail Valley River Club 561-616-8682, lls.org

4 Lost in Yonkers Riverside Theatre 772-231-5860, riversidetheatre.com

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7 Love Your Lagoon Gala Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute Foundation 772-466-9876, hboifoundation.org Brevard Symphony Orchestra: A Sinatra Valentine Indian River Symphonic Association at The Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070, irsymphonic.org

8 Valentine Ball United Against Poverty of Indian River at Oak Harbor Clubhouse 772-770-0740, upirc.org Motor Car Exhibition McKee Botanical Garden 772-794-0601, mckeegarden.org Bring Back the Memories Sunrise Theatre 772-461-4775, sunrisetheatre.com Night Sounds: Four Shillings Short Friends of Sebastian Inlet State Park 772-388-2750, friendsofsebastianin letstatepark.org

9 20th Anniversary Celebration Center for Spiritual Care at the Heritage Center 772-567-1233, centerforspiritualcare.org

Joan Osborne MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

Windsor Charity Polo Cup

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Distinguished Lecturer Series: Heather Mac Donald Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990, riversidetheatre.com

Judy Collins MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

Dig Old Vero Seated Dinner Old Vero Ice Age Sites Committee 772-234-5032, oviasc.org

Adult Writers Workshop: Xaque Gruber, ‘Screenwriting: How to Write a Short Film’ Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation 772-569-6718, lauraridingjackson.org

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Distinguished Lecture Series: Dr. Patricia Numann, ‘The Changing Face of Health Care’ Indian River State College Foundation Richardson Center, Mueller Campus 772-462-7880, irscfoundation.org

International Lecture Series: William Middleton Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 x136, vbmuseum.org

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22 Party & Dance thru the Decades Mental Health Association of Indian River County at Oak Harbor Club House 772-569-9788, mhairc.org Glitter & Gold Gala St. Helen Catholic School at Oak Harbor Club 772-567-5457, sthelenschoolvero.org Best of Broadway and Opera Concert Vero Beach Opera at VBHS Performing Arts Center 772-569-6993, verobeachopera.org

Festival of Orchestras: Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Indian River Symphonic Association at The Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070, irsymphonic.org

Adult Writers Workshop: Susanne Fox, ‘Memoir: The Stories Our Stuff Tells’ Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation 772-569-6718, lauraridingjackson.org

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Valentine’s Day Special Sunrise Theatre 772-461-4775, sunrisetheatre.com

Masterworks II, Old, New, Borrowed & Blue Atlantic Classical Orchestra at The Community Church of Vero Beach 772-460-0850, atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

That’s Amore Treasure Coast Chorale at First Baptist Church 772-231-3498, treasurecoastchorale.org

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Florida Craft Brew and Wingfest Sunrise Rotary Vero Beach Foundation at Royal Palm Pointe 772-913-4148, sunriserotaryverobeach.org

Environmental Awards Ceremony Keep Indian River Beautiful 772-226-7738, keepindianriverbeautiful.org

Festival of Orchestras: Russian State Symphony Orchestra Indian River Symphonic Association at The Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070, irsymphonic.org

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Windsor Charity Polo Cup Windsor Charitable Foundation 772-388-8377, windsorflorida.com

The Rocket Man Show MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

Chamber Music Series: American Modernism Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707, vbmuseum.org

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Distinguished Lecturer Series: Alan Dershowitz Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990, riversidetheatre.com

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26 Fashion Meets Art: Hal Rubenstein Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707, vbmuseum.org

27 Classic Albums Live: Creedence Clearwater Revival MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

28 Composer’s Notebook: The Music of Paul Gay Ballet Vero Beach at VBHS Performing Arts Center 772-905-2651, balletverobeach.org

29 Pre-K Party and Kindergarten Round-Up Kindergarten Readiness Collaborative 772-617-4350, krcirc.org Denim and Diamonds Gala Special Equestrians of the Treasure Coast at Vero Beach Country Club 772-562-7603, specialequestrians treasurecoast.org

Crossover Mission Spring Gala Crossover Mission at The Moorings Yacht & Country Club 772-257-5400, crossovermission.com

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6 Hope Bash Place of Hope at The Breakers, Palm Beach 561-775-7195, placeofhope.com Stand-Up for Education: A Night of Comedy The Education Foundation of Indian River County at Oak Harbor Club 772-564-0034, edfoundationirc.org

7 Night Sounds: Vince Love and the Soul Cats Friends of Sebastian Inlet State Park 772-388-2750, friendsofsebastianinletstatepark. org

Environmental Learning Center’s EcoFest

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8 International Women’s Day Friends After Diagnosis 772-978-9392, friendsafterdiagnosis.com

The Romance of Rachmaninoff Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at VBHS Performing Arts Center 855-252-7276, spacecoastsymphony.org

Masterworks III, Rivers & Mountains Atlantic Classical Orchestra at The Community Church of Vero Beach 772-460-0850, atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

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Angels Dinner Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County at The Moorings Yacht & Country Club 772-299-7449, bgcirc.org

Bingo Luncheon Senior Resource Association 772-569-0760, seniorresourceassociation.org

Distinguished Lecturer Series: Jon Meacham Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990, riversidetheatre.com

International Lecture Series: Wanda M. Corn Vero Beach Museum Art 772-231-0707 x136, vbmuseum.org

Live and Let Die: The Music of Paul McCartney MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

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EcoFest Environmental Learning Center 772-589-5050, discoverelc.org

Celebrate Life!

Women’s Care Center of IRC 772-257-5390, womenscarecenter. org/verobeach

10 La Cage aux Folles Riverside Theatre 772-231-5860, riversidetheatre.com

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Art in Bloom Luncheon Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707, vbmuseum.org

An Island Themed Spring Party Indian River Habitat for Humanity 772-562-9860, irchabitat.org

Educate & Celebrate Haiti Partners at Grand Harbor Club 772-539-8521, haitipartners.org

Adult Writers Workshop: Charles Todd, ‘The Craft of Historical Fiction: Five Essential Elements’ Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation 772-569-6718, lauraridingjackson.org

Distinguished Lecture Series: Robin Burk, ‘Deep Disruption: How Core Technologies Are Changing Our World and Shaping Current Events’ Indian River State College Foundation Richardson Center, Mueller Campus 772-462-7880, irscfoundation.org The Kingston Trio MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

13 69th Annual Under the Oaks Fine Arts & Crafts Show Vero Beach Art Club at Riverside Park 772-231-0303, verobeachartclub.org Firefighters’ Indian River County Fair March 13–22 Firefighters of Indian River County at Indian River County Fairgrounds 772-663-8116, firefightersfair.org Festival of Orchestras: Brevard Symphony Orchestra Indian River Symphonic Association at The Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070, irsymphonic.org

15 Community Concert Vero Beach Chamber Orchestra at VBHS Performing Arts Center 772-562-6125, verobeachchamberorchestra.org

16 International Lecture Series: Joe Medeiros Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 ext. 136, vbmuseum.org

17 Premier Benefit Gala Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990, riversidetheatre.com

19 Broken Arrow Performs the Music of Neil Young MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

Shrimpfest and Craft Brew Hullaboo March 20–22 Rotary Club of Sebastian Recreation Foundation at Riverview Park, Sebastian 772-581-3199, sebastianrotary.com

22 Fan Favorites, Redux Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at VBHS Performing Arts Center 855-252-7276, spacecoastsymphony.org

23 International Lecture Series: Ric Burns, ‘The Art of Filmmaking: New York’ Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 ext. 136, vbmuseum.org

27 Rally 4 Rabies March 27–28 Community Health Coalition 706-621-9943, knockoutrabies.org

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2nd Annual New Dimensions Show March 27–29 Vero Beach Art Club at Marsh Island Clubhouse 772-231-0303, verobeachartclub.org

28 Rising Stars Opera Festival Gala Vero Beach Opera at VBHS Performing Arts Center 772-569-6993, verobeachopera.org

Rock the Boat Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County 772-492-3243, ysfirc.org

Hibiscus Festival March 28–29 Main Street Vero Beach along 14th Ave. 772-643-6782, mainstreetverobeach.org

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Rising Stars Master Class, Competition and Concert March 24–27 Vero Beach Opera at VBHS Performing Arts Center 772-569-6993, verobeachopera.org

Cause for Paws at Quail Valley River Club The Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County 772-388-3331, hsvb.org

Bakersfield Mist Riverside Theatre 772-231-5860, riversidetheatre.com

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Garden & Antique Show and Sale March 20–21 McKee Botanical Garden 772-794-0601, mckeegarden.org

Space Oddity: The Ultimate David Bowie Experience MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

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Annual Poetry BBQ Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation 772-569-6718, lauraridingjackson.org From the Flat to the Silver Screen Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts 855-252-7276, spacecoastsymphony.org

7 Masterworks IV, Strings Attached Atlantic Classical Orchestra at The Community Church of Vero Beach 772-460-0850, atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

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1 10 Year Anniversary Gala The Learning Alliance at Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-480-6922, thelearningalliance.org

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The Pirate Ball Saint Edward’s School at The Moorings Yacht & Country Club 100 Harbour Drive 772-231-4136, steds.org

Festival of Orchestras: Brevard Symphony Orchestra Indian River Symphonic Association at The Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070, irsymphonic.org

4 Adult Writers Workshop: Steve Bradbury, ‘Poetry: Finding Your Voice’ Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation 772-569-6718, lauraridingjackson.org

5 Chamber Music Series: Bach to Ballet Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707, vbmuseum.org

Distinguished Lecture Series: Monique Quesada, ‘A Year in Western Afghanistan: Discussing Diplomacy and Women’s Rights’ Indian River State College Foundation Richardson Center, Mueller Campus 772-462-7880, irscfoundation.org Peter Asher MusicWorks at The Emerson Center 800-595-4849, musicworksconcerts.com

11 Night Sounds: St. John’s Wood Friends of Sebastian Inlet State Park 772-388-2750, friendsof sebastianinletstatepark.org Realtors Hop for Habitat Indian River Habitat for Humanity at South Beach Park 1702 Ocean Drive 772-562-9860, irchabitat.org

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14 The Bodyguard Riverside Theatre 772-231-5860, riversidetheatre.com

16 Wine and Wickets Education Foundation of Indian River County at John’s Island West Course 772-564-0034, edfoundationirc.org

17 Vero Beach Spring Cup April 17–19 Indian River Soccer Association 772-696-0807, irsoccer.com Physicians Symposium Women’s Refuge of Vero Beach 772-770-4424, womensrefugevb.org Clarity of Vision Ballet Vero Beach at VBHS Performing Arts Center 772-905-2651, balletverobeach.org Bags and Bubbly The Willow School at Grand Harbor Golf Club 772-770-0758, thewillowschool.org Car and Boat Show April 17–18 Wheels & Keels Foundation at The Moorings Yacht & Club 772-559-9758, wkvero.com

18 Indian River STEAM Fest Vero Beach Academy 772-562-5904, verobeachacademy.com

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Pianist Jeffrey Biegel Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at The Community Church of Vero Beach 855-252-7276, spacecoastsymphony.org

Charity Shoot Education Foundation of IRC 772-564-0034, edfoundationirc.org

Community Concert Vero Beach Chamber Orchestra at VBHS Performing Arts Center 772-562-6125, verobeachchamberorchestra.org

24 Annual Golf Tournament and Cocktail Par-Tee April 24 (Par-Tee) and 26 (golf) LifeBuilders of the Treasure Coast at Legacy Golf and Tennis Club, Port Saint Lucie 772-337-5691, lifebuilderstc.com

Vero Beach Air Show April 25–26 at Vero Beach Regional Airport veroairshow.com All American BBQ Bash St. Francis Manor 772-562-8575, stfrancismanor.org

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24 Patriotic Music Treasure Coast Chorale at First Baptist Church 772-231-3498, treasurecoastchorale.org Side by Side Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at VBHS Performing Arts Center 855-252-7276, spacecoastsymphony.org

30 Blue Water Open Fishing Tournament Exchange Club of Sebastian at Capt. Hiram’s Resort, Sebastian 772-783-5822, fishingforcharity.org

Blue Water Open Fishing Tournament

MAY

3 May Pops 31st Anniversary Cleveland Clinic Indian River Foundation at Windsor 772-226-4960, irhf.org

4 Golf-A-Thon VNA & Hospice Foundation 772-567-5551, vnatc.com

9 Dancing with Vero’s Stars Indian River County Healthy Start Coalition at Riverside Theatre 772-563-9118, irchealthystartcoalition.org

Night Sounds: Souljam Friends of Sebastian Inlet State Park 772-388-2750, friendsofsebastian inletstatepark.org

15 Hangar Party American Red Cross at Corporate Air Hangar, Vero Beach Regional Airport 561-307-2929, redcross.org

JUNE

11 Vero Beach Wine and Film Festival June 11–14 772-925-9110, vbwff.com

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Tropical Nights Luau Youth Guidance Mentoring Academy at Oak Harbor Club 772-492-3933, youthguidanceprogram.org

New Horizons Gala New Horizons of the Treasure Coast 772-672-8333, nhtcinc.org

Waterlily Celebration McKee Botanical Garden 772-794-0601, mckeegarden.org

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27 Burgers & Brews Festival United Against Poverty of Indian River along 14th Ave. 772-770-0740, upirc.org

JULY

4 Community Fireworks Riverside Park

11 The Pioneer Dinner Vero Heritage Inc. 772-770-2263, veroheritage.org

AUGUST

7 First Friday Gallery Stroll Historic Downtown Along 14th Avenue

SEPTEMBER Dates to be determined, visit verobeachmagazine.com for calendar updates.

Italian Grill Fundraiser Every Dream Has a Price 772-713-6883, everydreamhasaprice.com Annual Child Summit Guardians for New Futures 772-807-3868 , gfnf4kids.org

26 Fundraising Golf Tournament Women’s Refuge of Vero Beach 772-770-4424, womensrefugevb.org

OCTOBER Dates to be determined, visit verobeachmagazine.com for calendar updates.

Day of Caring United Way of Indian River County 772-567-8900, unitedwayirc.org Autumn in the Park Treasure Coast Pilot Club 772-567-1134, tcpc.info

Black & White Masquerade Ball Exchange Club of Indian River Foundation 772-532-8758, exchangeclubofindianriver.org 6th Annual Pack the House Treasure Coast Food Bank 772-489-3034, stophunger.org Duck Derby Treasure Coast Community Health 772-571-1986, tcchinc.org DFL Annual Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Pawrade & Pet Expo Dogs for Life 772-567-8969, dogsforlifevb.org Half-Haunted Halloween Environmental Learning Center 772-589-5050, discoverelc.org

Annual Golf Tournament Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services of the Treasure Coast 772-334-2233, dhhstc.org Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk American Cancer Society 800-227-2345, cancer.org

15 Annual Holidays for Heroes Drive Oct. 15–Dec. 15 Military Moms Prayer Group 772-437-0288, militarymomsprayergroup.com

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Sebastian Clambake Sebastian Clambake Foundation sebastianclambake.com Share-in-a-Life Banquet Care Net Pregnancy Center of Indian River County 772-569-7939, carenetirc.org Wine Women & Shoes The Humane Society of Vero Beach and IRC 772-388-3331, hsvb.org Designer Handbag Bingo Fundraiser Suncoast Mental Health Center 888-373-5010, suncoastmentalhealth.org Annual Event The Buggy Bunch 772-226-0066, thebuggybunch.com Annual Dinner The Hope for Families Center 772-567-5537, hopeforfamiliescenter.org

Indian River Land Trust

NOVEMBER Dates to be determined, visit verobeachmagazine.com for calendar updates.

Red Kettle Campaign November–December The Salvation Army 772-978-0265, salvationarmyverobeach.org Kickoff Brunch Impact 100 772-207-1001, impact100ir.com Annual Concert Gifford Youth Orchestra 772-778-5118, gyotigers.org

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Walk to Remember Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County 772-563-0505, alzpark.org

Annual Fundraiser Feed the Lambs Enrichment Program 772 501-2617, feedthelambsep.com

Girls on the Run 5K Girls on the Run of the Treasure Coast 772-202-3776, girlsontheruntc.org

Celebrating Sunshine Kids Gala Sunshine Physical Therapy Clinic 772-562-6877, sunshineptc.org

Author Series Literacy Services of IRC 772-778-2223, literacyservicesirc.org Land Water Wildlife: Protecting the Land That Protects the Lagoon Indian River Land Trust 772-794-0701, irlt.org

28th Annual Soup Bowl Event Samaritan Center — Catholic Charities 772-770-3039, catholiccharitiesdpb.org Festival of Trees Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990, riversidetheatre.com

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Wreath and Wine Dasie Bridgewater Hope Center 772-589-3535, dasiehope.org Annual Fundraiser H.A.L.O. (Helping Animals Live and Overcome Inc.) 772-589-7297, halorescuefl.org

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DECEMBER

Tea Up for The Nutcracker Ballet Vero Beach 772-905-2651, balletverobeach.org Winter Gala Hibiscus Children’s Center 772-299-6011, hibiscuschildrenscenter.org Signature Chef’s Auction March of Dimes Foundation 772-410-5460, marchofdimes.org

Annual Fundraiser Atlantic Classical Orchestra 772-460-0850, atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

Riverside Theatre Festival of Trees

Vero Beach Venues The Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave.

Humiston Park 3000 Ocean Drive IRSC Mueller Center 6155 College Lane

Environmental Learning Center 255 Live Oak Drive

Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation 1914 14th Ave.

First Baptist Church 2206 16th Ave.

The Majestic 11 940 14th Lane

The Heritage Center 2140 14th Ave.

McKee Botanical Garden 350 U.S. Hwy. 1

The Moorings Yacht & Country Club 100 Harbour Drive Oak Harbor Club 755 S. Harbor Drive Quail Valley River Club 2345 Hwy. A1A Riverside Park 3200 Riverside Park Drive Riverside Theatre 3250 Riverside Park Drive Sunrise Theatre 117 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce

Vero Beach Country Club 800 30th St. VBHS Performing Arts Center 1707 16th St. Vero Beach Museum of Art 3001 Riverside Park Drive Vero Beach Theatre Guild 2020 San Juan Ave. Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts 1895 Saint Edward’s Drive

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ANNALISE ANDERSON

About Us

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ANNALISE ANDERSON

About Us

Behind the Scenes

About Us Step inside the yellow house to meet the team at Vero Beach Magazine

T

he first issue of Vero

people and things that make

courtyard gardens and a fun

at the east end of the hall,

Beach Magazine

Vero Beach special.

look at local professionals

you'll find the editorial staff,

who trade their business suits

writing copy, arguing about

it — rolled off the presses in

— all 96 pages of

closed with an entire page

for bathing suits and grab

grammar and, if we're on the

January 1998. The idea for the

of thank yous, the mission

their boards when the surf's

daylight side of a deadline,

magazine surfaced when

of the magazine has been

up. Two of those stories were

peacefully reading copy in

founder Elizabeth Moulton,

clear: to use print media to

written by our senior writer,

comfy armchairs. Meanwhile,

a Connecticut native with a

make the county a better

Ann Taylor, whose delightful

down the hall to the west,

Vero Beach spouse, decided

place for all residents,

stories still grace our pages.

the art department is busy

she was going to spend her

mindful of environmental

days doing something that

and historic preservation,

located in a cozy, yellow

features and finding that

mattered. Recently recovered

while underscoring the

historic house in the heart

perfect image to make a

from a difficult bout with

best aspects of life in this

of downtown Vero Beach.

story sing.

cancer and living in a town

charming oceanfront

Downstairs, if they aren't out

shared by people with great

community.

meeting with advertisers,

Beth, still up to her elbows

you'll find Lisa Diggins,

in ink, still celebrating this

wealth and people with

From that first issue, which

Longtime readers would

Today our office is

designing ads, laying out

And everywhere, you'll find

great need, Beth realized

still find that first issue

intrepid, long-serving

town, still tirelessly promoting

she could use her talent and

familiar — it included a profile

publisher, as well as our

philanthropy and local

her magazine experience

of an artist, photographer

executive office manager

businesses, and still setting

to bridge the gap between

Bob Wood; a story about the

and our senior account

the high bar that guarantees

those two groups, educating

state of real estate in Vero

executives. They all work hard

that this month's issue of

the most fortunate about the

Beach presciently titled "Can

so we can keep the lights on,

Vero Beach Magazine, "the

needs of the least fortunate

We Keep It Secret?"; and

the printers full of ink and the

first, the only," will be the best

while celebrating the myriad

stories about historic Riomar,

coffee pot brewing. Upstairs

you've ever read.

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Business Directory

Find Our Advertisers

Who’s Who

Local companies know what's best for Vero Beach’s climate and lifestyle

Architects

Attorneys

Harry Gandy Howle & Associates 772-231-4222 pureharry.com..........................................31

Rossway Swan 772-231-4440 rosswayswan.com.............................201

Moulton Layne, P.L. 772-234-0445 moultonlayne.com............................. 69

Art Galleries & Fine Art J M Stringer Gallery of Fine Art 772-231-3900 jmstringergallery.com..........................2 Meghan Candler Gallery 772-234-8811 meghancandlergallery.com......177 Vero Beach Art Club 772-231-0303 verobeachartclub.org..................... 179 Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org....................................... 171

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Automobiles Linus Cadillac of Vero Beach 772-419-9576 linuscadillac.com............................... 213

Beauty, Hair & Spa Services Merle Norman 772-299-9744 merlenormanstudio .com/fl/vero-beach...........................159 Studio Gabriel 772-234-8105 studiogabriel.com............................... 131

Construction & Development

Fashion & Accessories

Westmark Development 772-234-6500 palmislandplantation.com......... 121

Coco’s Consignment 772-770-6030............................................ 187

Construction Companies Croom Construction 772-562-7474 croomconstruction.com................ 85 Huryn Construction 772-234-4130 hurynconstruction.com...................35 Reilly Construction 772-794-9799 building2last.com................................... 6

Education

Saint Edward’s School 772-231-4136 steds.org...................................................... 77

Deep Six Watersports 772-562-2883 deepsixintl.com.....................................101 Katwalk Boutique 772-217-2758.............................................. 187 The Museum Store Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org........................................57

Furniture, Flooring & Home Products Ceramic Matrix 772-778-7784 ceramicmatrix.com.............................41 Consignment Gallery 772-778-8919 consignmentgallery verobeach.com.................................... 175

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Falasiri Oriental Rugs 772-562-0150 falasiriorientalrugs.com..................20

BreathFlo 772-713-9642 breathflo.co.............................................133

Oodles Inc. 772-213-3923 oodlesofwallpaper.com..................91

Florida Shutters Inc. 772-569-2200 floridashuttersinc.com................... 197

Homeowners Services

Jewelry

Island Breeze Kitchens 772-783-4466 islandbreezekitchens.com.......... 197

A.C. Care Heat and Air 772-266-COOL accareheatair.com........................... 123

LED Capstone Inc. 772-205-2529 ledcapstone.com............................... 173

Clean That Building 772-360-8042 cleanthatbuilding.com..................215

Royal Palm Framing 772-567-9488...............................................18

Ryan A. Jones & Associates 772-569-3900 ryanajones.com.....................................67

Snow Cabinetry 772-794-4430 snowcabinetry.com............................75 Sunshine Furniture 772-569-0460 sunshinefurniturecasual.com ...........................................................................189

Solid Waste Disposal District 772-770-5112 ircrecycles.com....................................221

Interior Design & Home Furnishings

Vero Beach Roofing 772-770-3782 verobeachroofing.com.................203

Baer’s Furniture & Interior Design 321-872-2377 baers.com.................................................129

Gourmet Markets

Decor Envy 772-492-6518 shopdecorenvy.com.......................203

Alimentari Gourmet Market 772-999-5483............................................ 43 Countryside Family Farms 772-234-8299 countrysidefamilyfarms.com ............................................................................44

Health & Fitness Big Shots Golf 772-979-GOLF verobigshots.com..............................144

Loggia Home & Garden 772-231-2901 loggiahomeandgarden.com....... 8 Lyra Home 772-257-4777 lyrahome.com..........................................16 Melanie Bock Studios 772-321-5687 melaniebockstudios.com............163

Leigh Jewelers 772-234-8522 leighjewelers.com..............................133 Ocean Drive Jewelers 772-234-1225...............................................53

Medical Services Corey’s Pharmacy 772-231-6931...............................................217 Douglas In-Home Care 772-532-8685 douglasinhomecare.com............103 Florida Woman Care of IRC 772-562-2402 floridawomancareofirc.com....205 Mental Health Association of IRC 772-569-9788 mhairc.org................................................ 167 New Vision Eye Center 772-257-8700 newvisioneyecenter.com.............105 Primary Care of the Treasure Coast 772-567-6340 primarydocs.net................................... 34 Rosato Plastic Surgery Center 772-562-5859 rosatoplasticsurgery.com............151 Sikora Integrative Medicine 772-228-6882 sikoramedical.com...........................109

Whole Family Health Center 772-257-5785 wholefamilyhealthcenter.org ...........................................................................153

Nonprofit Organizations Environmental Learning Center 772-589-5050 discoverlc.org.........................................119 Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute Foundation 772-466-9876 hboifoundation.org...........................195 Indian River Habitat forHumanity 772-257-0222 irchabitat.org.........................................135 Indian River Land Trust 772-794-0701 irlt.org..............................................................83 McKee Botanical Garden 772-794-0601 mckeegarden.org............................... 115

Performance Arts & Entertainment Concerts In The Park Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org......................................163 Distinguished Lecture Series Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 riversidelecturerseries.com........185 Fashion Meets Art Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org.........................................71

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Indian River Symphonic Association 772-778-1070 irsymphonic.org...................................165

Cheryl Gerstner at Alex MacWilliam Real Estate 772-539-2100 alexmacwilliam.com.......................... 111

Dustin Haynes at Coldwell Banker Paradise 772-205-1931 verobeachproperty.com...................3

International Lecture Series Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org......................................183

Christine R. McLaughlin at Shamrock Real Estate Corp 772-538-0683 propertyin32963.com........................95

Frances Bonsignore Smyrk at One Sotheby’s International Realty 772-532-7278 livinginseaoaks.com......................... 99

Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 riversidetheatre.com........................ 157

Colleen Liebert 772-696-2881 Jeff and Ginny Mitchell 772-231-3355 Kitty Rossetti 585-802-8290 at Coldwell Banker Paradise coldwellbankerluxurymagazine. com..................................................................93

Vero Beach Opera 772-569-6993 verobeachopera.org........................ 161

Real Estate Beach & Beyond Rentals 800-330-3379 beachandbeyond rentals.com............................................... 211 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Florida Realty 772-231-1270 bhhsfloridarealty.com........................ 9 Beth Livers 772-559-5968 Maria Calderone 772-713-7139 at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Florida Realty sandandland.com............................... 74 Bill Lynch at Alex MacWilliam Real Estate 772-205-5061 alexmacwilliam.com......................... 30 Charlotte Terry Group of Alex MacWilliam Real Estate 772-234-8500 charlotteterry.com................................. 5

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Daley & Company Real Estate 772-231-9938 daleyandcompany.com..................21 Dan Downey 772-713-6314 Anne Wallace 772-532-3226 at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Florida Realty bhhsfloridarealty.com.................... 123 Debbie Bell at Berkshire Hathaway at HomeServices/Florida Realty 772-473-7255 verobeachislandrealestate.com ..............................................................................15 Diane DeFrancisi 772-538-1614 Martin Carder 772-696-0131 Brenda Montgomery 772-532-4170 Karl Dietrich 772-538-3453 at Alex MacWilliam Real Estate grandharborproperties.com......39

Fredi Ash 772-217-0887 Christine Barry 781-910-5602 at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Florida Realty bhhsfloridarealty.com......................73 Gena Grove 772-633-0106 Andrew Harper 772-633-6336 at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Florida Realty harpergrovere.com........................... 179 Gretchen Hanson 772-713-6450 Cheryl Burge 772-538-0063 Sue Yahraes 772-532-8822 at Berkshire Hathaway at HomeServices/Florida Realty bhhsfloridarealty.com......................33 Jane Johnson at Alex MacWilliam Real Estate 772-559-3520 tjhomes.com........................................... 147 Jane Schwiering 772-473-6048 Lucy Hendricks 772-559-8812 at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Florida Realty veroluxuryproperties.com..............14

Jayne Kenworthy at One Sotheby’s International Realty 772-696-5110 jayne.com...................................................29 Joe Liguori at Premier Estate Properties 772-234-5555 premierestateproperties.com.........

Inside Front Cover John’s Island Real Estate Company 772-231-0900 johnsIsiandrealestate.com............19 Jonathan and Sylvia Sawyer The SawyerSelect Team at Dale Sorensen Real Estate 772-404-1727 thesawyerselectteam. sorensenrealestate.com.................. 17 Karen Smith at Alex MacWilliam Real Estate 772-559-1295 realestateofvero.com..........................7 Kay Brown 772-321-8626 Jeanine Harris 772-633-3521 Luke Web 772-234-5116 at Premier Estate Properties brownharrisandwebb.info.................1 Kim Gibson 772-473-6869 Glenna Colom 954-554-0478 Samantha Gibson 772-584-9838 at Daley & Company Real Estate daleyandcompany.com...............145

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Business Directory

Mary Frances Driscoll at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Florida Realty 772-766-5942 bhhsfloridarealty.com......................76 Moorings Realty Sales Company 772-231-5153 themoorings.com.......... Back Cover Patti Martin at Alex MacWilliam Real Estate 772-205-5860 alexmacwilliam.com......................... 49

local resources

Kit Fields at Alex MacWilliam Real Estate 772-312-5165 alexmacwilliam.com..........................47

Susie Wilson Real Estate 772-589-3862 susiewilsonrealestate.com.........149

ANNALISE ANDERSON

Kim Spears at Kim Spears Real Estate Group 772-263-2505 verobeachluxe.com ...................................... Inside Back Cover

Wendy Wilson, Broker/Owner at RE/MAX Associated Realty 772-234-1111 associated-realty.com............... 12, 13 Windsor 772-388-8400 windsorflorida.com............................ 45

Restaurants Alimentari Gourmet Market 772-999-5483 alimentarigm.com.............................. 44 Museum Cafe Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org....................................... 43

Peggy Hewett at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Florida Realty 772-321-4282 verobeachpeggy.com.....................177 Richard Boga 772-559-4800 Cindy O’Dare 772-713-5899 at Premier Estate Properties premierestateproperties.com ........................................................................... 107 Sherry Brown at One Sotheby’s International Realty 772-633-1472 verobeachislandrealtor.com ..........................................................................209

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emergency

Important Contacts

911

Emergency Police, Sheriff, Fire, Ambulance...................... 911

City Offices

Poison Control........................................................ 911

Fellsmere City Hall............................................ 772-571-0116

Crisis Center............................................................. 911

Indian River Shores City Hall.......................772-231-1771 Orchid City Hall.................................................772-581-2770

Non-Emergency Law Enforcement Indian River County Sheriff’s Office ircsheriff.org......................................................772-569-6700

Sebastian City Hall.......................................772-589-5330 Vero Beach City Hall....................................... 772-978-5151

County Offices Administration Complex...........................772-567-8000

Vero Beach Police Department vbpd.org............................................................. 772-978-4600

Utilities

Animal Control.................................................772-226-3485 Courthouse......................................................... 772-770-5185 Health Department.......................................772-794-7400

Florida City Gas..............................................800-993-7546

Library, Main..................................................... 772-770-5060

Florida Power & Light................................. 800-226-3545

Property Appraiser........................................772-567-8000

Vero Beach Utilities Dept............................772-978-5100

School Board...................................................772-564-3000

Propane Gas: Amerigas............................. 772-567-4394

Supervisor of Elections...............................772-226-3440

Sanitation

Tax Collector...................................................... 772-226-1338

Vero Beach Solid Waste.............................772-978-5300

Federal Offices

Republic/Treasure Coast Refuse Corp..772-562-6620

Post Office, Main............................................. 772-567-5206

Waste Management......................................772-569-1776

Social Security Administration.............. 866-964-7414

Recycling Questions.......................................772-770-5112

Veterans Administration............................ 772-226-1499

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