Once a month, for one Friday only, Riverside Theatre opens its doors to a small group of guests for an exclusive backstage tour -- a rare chance to go from “seat in the house” to true insider. And it's happening this Friday, December 5. Two sessions -- one at 10 AM and one at 2 PM . Led by the incomparable Oscar Sales , you won't want to miss it. In just under an hour and a half, you'll be guided across the main stage and into the wings, through the shops where sets are b

McKee Botanical Garden unveils its 19th annual Jungle Lights, an expanded and exquisitely crafted holiday experience opening this Wednesday, December 3.

Baerbel O'Haire moderates a panel on economic development featuring John Titkanich, Prashanth Pilly, Danny Markford and Keith Kite As growth and urban sprawl increasingly encroach on agricultural acreage, one question is on everyone's minds: what will farming and agriculture look like in Indian River County in 10-20 years...and who will decide? This Wednesday, December 3 , that question takes center stage at Let’s Talk Agriculture , the latest installment in Let's Talk Vero'

For more details on all upcoming events and to register for these, see " The Week Ahead " section here . Tuesday, December 2, 1-3 p.m. -- Indian River CARES Volunteer Recruitment Fair Tuesday, December 2, 1-3 p.m. -- Mitch Albom at Vero Beach Book Center Tuesday, December 2, 6-9 p.m. -- McKee Jungle Lights Member Preview Wedensday, December 3, 5-7 p.m. -- Let's Talk Agriculture at Riverside Theatre December 3-30, 6-9 p.m. -- Jungle Lights at McKee Botanical Garden Thursday,

I recently caught up with Barbara Schlitt Ford , Executive Director of the Environmental Learning Center and, as always, she’s quietly building something that brings our community closer together. Giving Tuesday, which takes place the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, may be known for big global generosity, but Barbara is focused on something more local and just as powerful: the impact of simply giving your time. Communities with strong volunteer networks are more resilient, mor

Mark your calendars for the 41st annual Vero Beach Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 6 . Organized by Sunrise Rotary of Vero Beach , the parade route will roll down Ocean Drive, with main stage activities centered at Sexton Plaza. Pre-show festivities begin at 4:00 PM , followed by the parade itself, which begins at 6:00 PM . A complimentary shuttle service will be available from Riverside Park.

Riverside Theatre is staging its largest children's production ever this week with Alice in Wonderland JR. , featuring 52 young performers from the Riverside Theatre for Kids program. This 60-minute musical brings Lewis Carroll's tales and Disney's animated classic to life with the White Rabbit, Cheshire Cat, Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts, and the rest of Wonderland's iconic characters. Show tickets are just $10 -- arrive early and dine at the new Loop Kitchen and Bar led by

Registration for the Vero Beach Museum of Art's Winter 2026 classes opens one week from today on Monday, November 24, at 9 AM The Winter 2026 term, running January 6 through March 15 , promises a robust schedule of classes and workshops spanning weekdays and weekends. Prospective students can choose from five and ten-week sessions covering a wide array of mediums and topics, with options for both the first half (starting January 6) and second half (starting February 9) of t

Kick things off Wednesday morning with a walking tour led by Bobbie Secor, one of our most enthusiastic and knowledgeable local historians, who will guide you through 12,000 years of local history, from the pre-Columbian Indians to the pioneers that built the Vero we know today. See our previous article about the Heritage Center's downtown walking tour here . In the evening, get ready to dance with The Penny Creek Band  for the second in a series of bluegrass concerts raising

Join County Commissioner Susan Adams , guest speaker for tomorrow's Veteran's Day Observance at Veteran's Memorial Island Sanctuary, as Vero Beach gathers to honor our men and women who served. The MOAA Indian River Chapter has hosted this observance for years, and each November 11th, the community shows up in full force with an awe-inspiring level of reverence. The ceremony begins at 9:00 AM and will include full military honors and the Parade of the Colors, with performa