Brevard Area Events Calendar

The Studios of Cocoa Beach Presents

Two Artists, Two Styles

Baby Lemonades Uchigatana Bijutsu (Katana Art) and Whimsical Expressions by Jax Kwok

Baby Lemonade, (Samantha Deebel), was born in Bangkok, Thailand. Her first picture storybook, made at age five, was about her grandma being a witch. Today she resides in Cape Canaveral, FL.

She defines her art as Cosmic Abstract Expressionism and her artist statement: Love and More Love.

I have always had a fascination with Japanese Culture, especially Samurais, Sumo Wrestling and Kabuki. I love watching Akira Kurosawas films and believe I was a Samurai Warrior in one of my past lives.

A friend gifted me a Katana Sword and I was inspired to pick it up one day and paint with it! I really had fun creating new interpretations of texture on canvas. My work is the result of this Cosmic Encounter with a Katana.

Jax Kwok, an acrylic artist, was born in Malaysian and studied in Taiwan. He has been featured in magazine publications and won art awards locally and internationally. At the present time he lives between Morristown, NJ and Cocoa Beach, FL.

He is always enamored with the natural beauty of his homeland geography and the distinct botanicals that thrive there. His passion and unique artistic interpretation of both the geography of the land and the many floras of the gardens, enable him to change the "ordinary" to the "extraordinary" in his expressive paintings.

I only paint subject matter which makes me joyful, because I want the final product to make my audiences joyful as well! My artistic creations exemplify the natural beauty of nature, but with touches of whimsy and the magic of fantasy.

The May Exhibition runs from Tuesday, April 30 to Sunday, June 2. Meet Baby Lemonade and Jax Kwok at the reception on Friday, May 3 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM and witness their unique creations.

Join the City of Rockledge at the Civic Hub/City Hall parking lot for another evening of delicious offerings from local food trucks!
*Music by DJ Johnnie V
Parking for this event is available in the City Hall parking lot and in the Subway lot south of the restaurant (not the main parking area). Please DO NOT park in the vacant lot between BeachFly Brewery and Circle K.

This class is for you if you want to shake up your fitness routine and feel like a kid again. Rise up out of your rut and have some fun with us!

Whether you are a beginner or have some experience, you are WELCOME in this class. You will learn beginner movements that can be put together into a sequence, as we laugh, play, and burn calories.

We will warm up and shake off any stress or tension, then spend some time learning hula hoop skills, while getting feedback and troubleshooting. Next, we will learn a sequence of tricks that will get you moving and sweating, followed by some play time to practice everything weve learned or just find your own flow. We will always finish class by coming together for final stretches, breathing, and intentional self-acknowledgment. Every segment of class is designed to help you feel successful and good in your body, while honoring your unique style and comfort level.

In this hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other, the chance to return to life. This popular musical is a funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived!

Field Manor, Museums of Brevard, MoB, Merritt Island, Indian River, hot air balloon, flight night, tethered flight, GO Balloon Rides, Greater Orlando Balloon Rides

Have you ever wanted to experience a hot air balloon ride but didn't know where to start? You're in luck! Pilot Kim McCourt will be leading our hot air balloon night and you're invited to join from setup through clean up.

Kim will show the process of what goes into hot air ballooning, and once set up will lead tethered flights for a portion of the evening ($25 per person riding). Set a reminder in your calendar, because this is an event you won't want to miss!

Buy your tickets here to reserve your spot on one of the tethered flights of the evening. 2 to 3 passengers can ride at once and the flight is weight dependent. All tickets are $25, regardless of age.

Flights will last a few minutes and are an ideal opportunity to see Merritt Island from above and get a feel for what hot air ballooning is all about!

PLEASE NOTE, THE DATE WILL BE DETERMINED BY WEATHER AND WILL BE FINALISED AS WE GET CLOSER TO THE DATE RANGE.

The event will be on only ONE of the following dates:

May 23rd
May 24th
May 25th

The time for the date will stay the same, from 6 pm to 9 pm, regardless of the date. We will update the ticket page once a date is finalized. However, your ticket will be honored at the event regardless of what the date says if you purchase before the final event day is locked in.

Youth Magic Club Cocoa Village
Discover the Society of Young Magicians (SYM) and learn magic. The Magic Dove SYM Assembly #Y143 welcomes children and youth ages 7-17 to visit our magic club and see what magic has to offer. You can visit the club twice without joining the club. You can visit magicSYM.com to learn more about this national organization that started in 1902. Annual dues are only $20.00. The magic club meets every Friday from 6:00pm-8:00pm at Magic Dove Magic Shop, 604 Brevard Ave, Cocoa Village, FL 32922. 321-433-1130 MagicDove.com

Enjoy delicious Cryderman's BBQ and live entertainment from the the talented Joe Calautti, as the Indian River Queen cruises along the gentle Indian River Lagoon (ICW). All three decks open for to enjoy. The Queens dining room and main bar is located on the main deck. "Pennys Party Deck" and bar are located on the 2nd deck. Topside is the perfect deck to enjoy the sights along the river bank, a snuggle with your loved one or gaze at the moon!
ABOUT JOE:
Joe is a Songwriter, musician and vocalist who has lived and performed around the Space Coast since 1993. He's is Lead Vocalist and Guitarist with The Kore Band "Classic Rock", Juiced! Band variety, The Joe Show "Celebrity Tributes" and performs as a Solo covering many genres of music. He has also entertained as DJ for hundreds of weddings/parties as well as an On-Air Radio personality on many stations including (102.7 fm WHKR The Hit kicker Rockledge, Fl.) He specializes in Jingle writing, voice overs and radio spots. His celebrity tribute's include - Johnny Cash, Neil Diamond, Sinatra, Roy Orbison, Willie, Elvis, SRV, Tom Jones, Tony Orlando, Joe Cocker,and more..
DINNER MENU:
Crydermans Black Angus Beef Brisket & Smoked Turkey Breast
Creamy House Slaw (v)
Creamy Mac & Cheese (v)
Smoked Out Beans
Collard Greens
QUEENS Broccoli Salad (v)
Veggie & Humus Board (v)
Chips & Salsa (v)
Mini Sweet Hawaiian Rolls
Pickles & Onions (v)
BBQ Sauces (v)
Fresh Fruit Salad (v)
Delicious Dessert Cups (v)
NA beverages included: coffee/tea/ water/ sodas.
Enjoy your favorite cocktail at the bar. Cash or credit cards accepted.
Boarding: 6:30pm
Underway: 7:00pm
Dinner service begins in the Queens room
Event concludes: 9:30pm
Boarding from Cocoa Village Marina: 90 Delannoy Avenue, Cocoa, Florida.
$79 pp ++

Jim Moran & Rob Smiles @ Monkey Bar

Henegar Center
Rated R
May 3 – May 26
Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge; what they don’t expect is to fall in love. A breathtakingly romantic thriller and West End smash hit, THE BODYGUARD features a host of irresistible classics including “Queen of the Night,” “So Emotional,” “One Moment in Time,” “Saving All My Love,” “Run to You,” “I Have Nothing,” “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” and one of the biggest-selling songs of all time: “I Will Always Love You.”

The Studios of Cocoa Beach Presents

Two Artists, Two Styles

Baby Lemonades Uchigatana Bijutsu (Katana Art) and Whimsical Expressions by Jax Kwok

Baby Lemonade, (Samantha Deebel), was born in Bangkok, Thailand. Her first picture storybook, made at age five, was about her grandma being a witch. Today she resides in Cape Canaveral, FL.

She defines her art as Cosmic Abstract Expressionism and her artist statement: Love and More Love.

I have always had a fascination with Japanese Culture, especially Samurais, Sumo Wrestling and Kabuki. I love watching Akira Kurosawas films and believe I was a Samurai Warrior in one of my past lives.

A friend gifted me a Katana Sword and I was inspired to pick it up one day and paint with it! I really had fun creating new interpretations of texture on canvas. My work is the result of this Cosmic Encounter with a Katana.

Jax Kwok, an acrylic artist, was born in Malaysian and studied in Taiwan. He has been featured in magazine publications and won art awards locally and internationally. At the present time he lives between Morristown, NJ and Cocoa Beach, FL.

He is always enamored with the natural beauty of his homeland geography and the distinct botanicals that thrive there. His passion and unique artistic interpretation of both the geography of the land and the many floras of the gardens, enable him to change the "ordinary" to the "extraordinary" in his expressive paintings.

I only paint subject matter which makes me joyful, because I want the final product to make my audiences joyful as well! My artistic creations exemplify the natural beauty of nature, but with touches of whimsy and the magic of fantasy.

The May Exhibition runs from Tuesday, April 30 to Sunday, June 2. Meet Baby Lemonade and Jax Kwok at the reception on Friday, May 3 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM and witness their unique creations.

Weekly Saturday Market 10-2 featuring local fresh foods, artisans, crafters. See our facebook page for updates/info or to inquire about becoming a vendor.

Green Gables, a living history museum and community education center built in 1896, is situated on 1.15 acres of green space on the bluff along the Indian River Lagoon. The volunteers of Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village, Inc. reached a milestone with the acquisition of the home and property in 2023. The next stage will be the rehabilitation and renovation of this landmark, transforming this Forgotten Enchantress to her former grandeur. This 127-year-old historic home represents Melbournes Bridge to the Past. Visit Green Gables to learn about the history of the Wells Family, generous benefactors who played a key role in the development of early Melbourne. Their vision and generosity gifted the area with Wells Park, the first Auditorium, the first library, establishing the first high school, and many more projects in the community, all of which have been enjoyed by several generations. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy the beautiful view and breezes from the Indian River Lagoon.

The Guild will explore the history and making of Japanese Temari Balls. The core which is wrapped with yarn, then finer thread, and finally decorated with needle and thread techniques to form a design.

Your local fresh foods market & more for almost 2 decades and counting. Bakery, Bakery, Bakery, Produce, Coffee, Empanadas, Jams, Salsa, Tea, Honey, Juices, Lemonade, Breads, Sweets, Food Trucks and so much more. Artisan, Plants & Crafters too. Follow us on facebook & instagram for daily updates. Open every Saturday Oct thru May and 1st & 3rd Saturdays June thru Sept 10-2

Your local market for almost 20 years! It is located just south of Downtown Melbourne.

We specialize in local fresh foods: food trucks, salsa, jams, loads & loads of all kinds of bakery items, produce, honey, grass-fed meats, coffee, lemonade, granola, empanadas, hummus, olives, teas, spices, and more. It also features plants, artisan soaps, crafters, and more.

Open every Saturday from 10-2 October through May & 1st & 3rd Saturdays from June thru September.

A leisurely ride from Port Canaveral to Cocoa Beach and back on improved bike paths and lanes.
This event supports the National Kidney Foundation of Florida, the same wonderful organization the brings you the Annual Kidney Walk and the Annual NKF Rich Salick Pro-Am Surf Festival.
Please wear orange to show your support for the NKF!

Magic Show Cocoa Village

Every Saturday at 4pm for $4, enjoy a magic show at Magic Dove Magic Shop in Historic Cocoa Village. Each week features a different performance. You can call ahead to reserve front row seats or buy tickets at the door. Many performances feature local young magicians, but all performers are excited to share their passion of magic with you. Grab a friend and enjoy an evening of magic. You will love it.

Thank you for supporting the art of magic. Magic Dove Magic Shop 604 Brevard Ave, Cocoa Village, FL 32922. 321-433-1130 MagicDove.com

In this hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other, the chance to return to life. This popular musical is a funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived!

Field Manor, Museums of Brevard, MoB, Merritt Island, Indian River, hot air balloon, flight night, tethered flight, GO Balloon Rides, Greater Orlando Balloon Rides

Have you ever wanted to experience a hot air balloon ride but didn't know where to start? You're in luck! Pilot Kim McCourt will be leading our hot air balloon night and you're invited to join from setup through clean up.

Kim will show the process of what goes into hot air ballooning, and once set up will lead tethered flights for a portion of the evening ($25 per person riding). Set a reminder in your calendar, because this is an event you won't want to miss!

Buy your tickets here to reserve your spot on one of the tethered flights of the evening. 2 to 3 passengers can ride at once and the flight is weight dependent. All tickets are $25, regardless of age.

Flights will last a few minutes and are an ideal opportunity to see Merritt Island from above and get a feel for what hot air ballooning is all about!

PLEASE NOTE, THE DATE WILL BE DETERMINED BY WEATHER AND WILL BE FINALISED AS WE GET CLOSER TO THE DATE RANGE.

The event will be on only ONE of the following dates:

May 23rd
May 24th
May 25th

The time for the date will stay the same, from 6 pm to 9 pm, regardless of the date. We will update the ticket page once a date is finalized. However, your ticket will be honored at the event regardless of what the date says if you purchase before the final event day is locked in.

Henegar Center
Rated R
May 3 – May 26
Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge; what they don’t expect is to fall in love. A breathtakingly romantic thriller and West End smash hit, THE BODYGUARD features a host of irresistible classics including “Queen of the Night,” “So Emotional,” “One Moment in Time,” “Saving All My Love,” “Run to You,” “I Have Nothing,” “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” and one of the biggest-selling songs of all time: “I Will Always Love You.”

The Studios of Cocoa Beach Presents

Two Artists, Two Styles

Baby Lemonades Uchigatana Bijutsu (Katana Art) and Whimsical Expressions by Jax Kwok

Baby Lemonade, (Samantha Deebel), was born in Bangkok, Thailand. Her first picture storybook, made at age five, was about her grandma being a witch. Today she resides in Cape Canaveral, FL.

She defines her art as Cosmic Abstract Expressionism and her artist statement: Love and More Love.

I have always had a fascination with Japanese Culture, especially Samurais, Sumo Wrestling and Kabuki. I love watching Akira Kurosawas films and believe I was a Samurai Warrior in one of my past lives.

A friend gifted me a Katana Sword and I was inspired to pick it up one day and paint with it! I really had fun creating new interpretations of texture on canvas. My work is the result of this Cosmic Encounter with a Katana.

Jax Kwok, an acrylic artist, was born in Malaysian and studied in Taiwan. He has been featured in magazine publications and won art awards locally and internationally. At the present time he lives between Morristown, NJ and Cocoa Beach, FL.

He is always enamored with the natural beauty of his homeland geography and the distinct botanicals that thrive there. His passion and unique artistic interpretation of both the geography of the land and the many floras of the gardens, enable him to change the "ordinary" to the "extraordinary" in his expressive paintings.

I only paint subject matter which makes me joyful, because I want the final product to make my audiences joyful as well! My artistic creations exemplify the natural beauty of nature, but with touches of whimsy and the magic of fantasy.

The May Exhibition runs from Tuesday, April 30 to Sunday, June 2. Meet Baby Lemonade and Jax Kwok at the reception on Friday, May 3 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM and witness their unique creations.

May is Fairy Garden Month here in the Gardens!

Join us and our fairy friends for a whimsical Market from 11am to 4pm on Sunday, May 26th.

We will have fresh FL produce, local makers + artisans, live music from folk artist Kit Citrine, food + desserts, our annual fairy garden scavenger hunt, face painting, henna, and more! Grab a bite to eat at Garden Party plant-based kitchen, Space Coast Hot Dogs, or Mad Utter Wonderland with homemade ice cream + desserts. Additionally, stop by one of our bar locations for happy hour drink specials and mimosas!

Be sure to come dressed as a fairy or your favorite whimsical creature!

We are no longer accepting vendor applications for this event. However, if you would like to be considered for future event opportunities, please fill out our vendor application!

*Please note: All vendors must fill out our vendor application for safety purposes. We do NOT message you directly asking for money. You will only ever be contacted by a Rockledge Gardens team member via Rockledge Gardens email, our direct Instagram (@rockledgegardens), or Facebook (Rockledge Gardens). To report any suspicious vendor fee request activity, please contact market@rockledgegardens.com.

In this hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other, the chance to return to life. This popular musical is a funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived!

Shemekia Copeland possesses one of the most instantly recognizable and deeply soulful roots music voices of our time. She is beloved worldwide for the fearlessness, honesty, and humor of her revelatory music, as well as for delivering each song she performs with unmatched passion.

Henegar Center
Rated R
May 3 – May 26
Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge; what they don’t expect is to fall in love. A breathtakingly romantic thriller and West End smash hit, THE BODYGUARD features a host of irresistible classics including “Queen of the Night,” “So Emotional,” “One Moment in Time,” “Saving All My Love,” “Run to You,” “I Have Nothing,” “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” and one of the biggest-selling songs of all time: “I Will Always Love You.”

The Studios of Cocoa Beach Presents

Two Artists, Two Styles

Baby Lemonades Uchigatana Bijutsu (Katana Art) and Whimsical Expressions by Jax Kwok

Baby Lemonade, (Samantha Deebel), was born in Bangkok, Thailand. Her first picture storybook, made at age five, was about her grandma being a witch. Today she resides in Cape Canaveral, FL.

She defines her art as Cosmic Abstract Expressionism and her artist statement: Love and More Love.

I have always had a fascination with Japanese Culture, especially Samurais, Sumo Wrestling and Kabuki. I love watching Akira Kurosawas films and believe I was a Samurai Warrior in one of my past lives.

A friend gifted me a Katana Sword and I was inspired to pick it up one day and paint with it! I really had fun creating new interpretations of texture on canvas. My work is the result of this Cosmic Encounter with a Katana.

Jax Kwok, an acrylic artist, was born in Malaysian and studied in Taiwan. He has been featured in magazine publications and won art awards locally and internationally. At the present time he lives between Morristown, NJ and Cocoa Beach, FL.

He is always enamored with the natural beauty of his homeland geography and the distinct botanicals that thrive there. His passion and unique artistic interpretation of both the geography of the land and the many floras of the gardens, enable him to change the "ordinary" to the "extraordinary" in his expressive paintings.

I only paint subject matter which makes me joyful, because I want the final product to make my audiences joyful as well! My artistic creations exemplify the natural beauty of nature, but with touches of whimsy and the magic of fantasy.

The May Exhibition runs from Tuesday, April 30 to Sunday, June 2. Meet Baby Lemonade and Jax Kwok at the reception on Friday, May 3 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM and witness their unique creations.

MELBOURNE LIBERTY BELL MUSEUM

MEMORIAL DAY PROGRAM – MAY 27, 2024, 11 AM – 12 NOON

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Honor America, Inc., which operates the Melbourne Liberty Bell Museum, the
city’s own gem of a historical museum, will hold a Memorial Day program on May
27, from 11 am to 12 noon. There is no charge for attendance or admission.
The museum will present a non-partisan, entertaining program with patriotic
music. Featured speakers will be Donn Weaver, Gold Star Father and long-time
patron of the Veterans Memorial Center on Merritt Island, and Captain Jason
Schneider, Commanding Officer of the Naval Ordnance Testing Unit at Port
Canaveral. Officials from Brevard County, the City of Melbourne, and other local
political entities will be present.
The program will open with a presentation of colors by officers of the Melbourne
Police Department and music played by members of the Melbourne Municipal
Band. A local BSA Scout troop will be selling food and drinks.
The Liberty Bell Museum is located at 1601 Oak Street, just south of Hibiscus,
about halfway between Babcock and US1. Ample free parking is available off
Hickory Street, between the museum and the Melbourne Auditorium.
The museum’s extensive collection of historic, technological, and military
artifacts will be open for viewing before and after the program. For further
information, call 321-373-2311 or write to honoramericafl@gmail.com.

In this hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other, the chance to return to life. This popular musical is a funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived!

The Studios of Cocoa Beach Presents

Two Artists, Two Styles

Baby Lemonades Uchigatana Bijutsu (Katana Art) and Whimsical Expressions by Jax Kwok

Baby Lemonade, (Samantha Deebel), was born in Bangkok, Thailand. Her first picture storybook, made at age five, was about her grandma being a witch. Today she resides in Cape Canaveral, FL.

She defines her art as Cosmic Abstract Expressionism and her artist statement: Love and More Love.

I have always had a fascination with Japanese Culture, especially Samurais, Sumo Wrestling and Kabuki. I love watching Akira Kurosawas films and believe I was a Samurai Warrior in one of my past lives.

A friend gifted me a Katana Sword and I was inspired to pick it up one day and paint with it! I really had fun creating new interpretations of texture on canvas. My work is the result of this Cosmic Encounter with a Katana.

Jax Kwok, an acrylic artist, was born in Malaysian and studied in Taiwan. He has been featured in magazine publications and won art awards locally and internationally. At the present time he lives between Morristown, NJ and Cocoa Beach, FL.

He is always enamored with the natural beauty of his homeland geography and the distinct botanicals that thrive there. His passion and unique artistic interpretation of both the geography of the land and the many floras of the gardens, enable him to change the "ordinary" to the "extraordinary" in his expressive paintings.

I only paint subject matter which makes me joyful, because I want the final product to make my audiences joyful as well! My artistic creations exemplify the natural beauty of nature, but with touches of whimsy and the magic of fantasy.

The May Exhibition runs from Tuesday, April 30 to Sunday, June 2. Meet Baby Lemonade and Jax Kwok at the reception on Friday, May 3 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM and witness their unique creations.

Learn how to grow healthy plants & nutritious food and still protect the water quality of the Indian River Lagoon and the St. Johns River.

Participate in this 8-week class series and learn how to grow plants, all while protecting water quality successfully! Below is the class schedule.

April 2nd - All About Botany & Our Dirt Needs LIFE

April 16th - Hands-on Gardening (learn how to start seeds, transplant seeds, start plants from cuttings, and how to divide plants) & Intro. to landscape design - FFL principles + Plant nutrition & Lawn Care

April 23rd - All About Trees & Native Plant WALK - Hands-on Gardening (learn how to start seeds, transplant seeds, start plants from cuttings, and how to divide plants) & Intro. to landscape design

April 30th - All About Trees & Native Plant WALK

May 7th - Edible Gardening (Vegetables, Herbs & Fruit crops) & Attracting Wildlife

May 14th All about palms and Palm nutrition and growth

May 21st Plant Diseases and IPM (Integrated Pest Management)

May 28th - Pesticide Safety and Synthesis (putting it all together)

Attend the class in person or on Zoom!

For those attending by Zoom, you can come to the office and pick up your class notebook before the class begins Mon-Fri, between 8 am and 5 pm. Call first to make sure the books are available.

In this hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other, the chance to return to life. This popular musical is a funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived!