Another Day in Paradise
October Events
Elliott Museum Juried Art Show: Elliott Museum looking for art submissions to annual show. Elliott Museum, 825 N.E. Ocean Blvd., Stuart, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 2. $20-$30. (772) 225-1961; elliottmuseumfl.org.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Treasure Coast Light the Night Walk: Flagler Park, Stuart, 6 p.m. Oct 2. (888) 478-8550; lightthenight.org/pb.
Public Defenders Golf Tournament: Harbour Ridge Yacht and Country Club, Palm City. 6-8:30 p.m., Oct. 2: cocktail party, live, silent auction, glow-in-the-dark putting contest, Miami Dolphin cheerleaders. 8 a.m., Oct. 3: golf tournament. (772) 462-2048; tinyurl.com/pd19golf.
Public Defenders Golf Tournament: Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Palm City, cocktail party 6-8:30 p.m., Oct. 2; 9 a.m. shotgun start, Oct. 3. (772) 462-2048.
Bahamian Connection Festival: Port Salerno Civic Center, 4950 S.E. Anchor Ave.,Port Salerno, 7 p.m.,
Oct. 2. $10. Also: New Monrovia Park, 4450 S.E. Field Stree, Port Salerno, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Oct. 3. (772) 341-4985.
Bazaar and Bake Sale: Large selection. All Saints Church Thrift Store, N.E. Seaview St, Jensen Beach, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., October 2-3. (772) 334-0228; allsaintsjensenbeach.com.
Butterfly Walk: John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 S.R. A1A, North Palm Beach, 11 a.m., Sept. 5. Free with admission. Reservation: (561) 624-6952.
“Pets”travaganza: Emergency Pet Care of Jupiter, 300 S. Central Blvd., Jupiter, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 3. $1. per raffle. Pets welcome too. (561) 746-0555; help@emergencypet.net.
Martin County High School OPUS Boosters Golf tournament: Monarch County Club, 1801 S.W. Monarch Club Drive, Palm City, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Oct. 3. $90.. (772) 834-1878; jimager.mail@gmail.com.
Nautical Flea Market and Boat Show: Lentine, Marine, 2901 S.E. Gran Pkwy., Stuart, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 3. $25 vendor spaces. (772) 221-3777.
Sebastian Fishin’ Chics In-Shore Fishing Tournament: Squid Lips Overwater Grill, 1660 Indian River Drive, Sebastian, Captain’s Meeting 5:30 p.m., Oct. 2; Lines in 6 a.m., Oct. 3. $50. (772) 473-9462; fishinchicssebastian.com.
Learn to Kayak: John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 S.R. A1A, North Palm Beach, 2 p.m., Sept. 6. Free with admission. Reservation: (561) 624-6952.
Bless the Animals: All Saints Church, Seaview and Patrician Street, Jensen Beach, 3 p.m, Oct. 4. Pets should be leashed or crated. (772) 334-0610.
All About Snakes: John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 S.R. A1A, North Palm Beach, noon, Oct. 4. Free with admission. Reservation: (561) 624-6952.
Workshop and Silent Auction: Benefits Anti-Human Trafficking program. Fellowship Hall of First Untied Methodist Church, 1500 S. Kanner Highway, Stuart, 6-8:30 p.m., Oct. 5. Free. RSVP: (561) 775-5880; stuartfumc.org/womensministry.
Ronin Taiko: Morikami Theater, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach, 7 p.m., Oct. 8-9. $2-$35. (561) 495-0233 ext. 232; morikami.org.
Moonlight Concert: John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 S.R. A1A, North Palm Beach, 7-9 p.m., Oct. 10. (561) 624-6952.
22nd Annual Dancin’ in the Street: Treasure Coast’s largest music festival. Flagler Park, Historic Downtown Stuart, 6 p.m. – midnight, Oct. 10. $10. (772) 286-2848.
MacArthur Under Moonlight Concert: Conch Stomp Band, telescopes will be avaialbe for stargazing. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, North Palm Beach, 7-9 p.m., Oct 10. $5. (561) 776-7449; macarthurbeach.org.
Leif Erikson Festival: Causeway Blvd., Jensen Beach, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct 10. (772) 223-5333.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer: A walk that gives hope for a future without breast cancer. Martin Memorial Park, Gazebo in downton Stuart, 8 a.m. registration, Oct. 10. $100 to register a team. (772) 287-7467; makingstrides.acsevents.org/martin.
Psi Beta & Reach Dance Company: “Alice Traditionally Twisted… a modern retelling of the classic children’s story. Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Community College, Palm Beach Gardens, 3 p.m., Oct. 11, Eissey $15-$20. reachdancecompany.com; Atlantic Theater, 6743 W Indiantown Road, Jupiter.
Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches: “Artistry in Black and White.” Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Community College, Palm Beach Gardens, 7:30 p.m., Oct. 14. $15. (561) 832-3115
Parent’s Night Out: Mini-camp gives parents a night off. Flagler Recreation Center, 201 S.W. Flagler Ave., Stuart, 6-11 p.m., Oct. 10, 24. Ages 5-12. $10-$15. Register: (772) 288-5335.
Introduction to Surfing: John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 S.R. A1A, North Palm Beach, 1-3 p.m., Oct. 11. Ages 10+. Free with admission. Reservation: (561) 624-6952.
Volunteer Orientation: Learn to guide park visitors, plant removal, kayak tours, gift shop. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 S.R. A1A, North Palm Beach, 1 p.m., Oct. 11. Reservation: (561) 624-6952.
Mitchel Musso’s Sunshine Stadium Tour: Special guest Leland Grant. Roger Dean Stadium, 4751 Main St., Jupiter, 6 p.m., Oct. 15. $25-$65. (877) 440-8499; sunshinestadiumtour.com.
White Cane Day: 10th anniversary celebration of the Resource Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Dinner, entertainment, raffles. Pinelake Gardens Club House II, 4463 S.E. Sweetwood Way, Stuart, 6 p.m., Oct. 15. $35. (772) 220-0095.
MusicFest: Monthly concert series. Gazebo Park, 50 E. Ocean Blvd., Stuart, 6-11 p.m, Oct. 16. Free. (772) 781-8522; edelweisscafe-deli.com.
Martin County Chapter of Hadassah: Participating in Macy’s Charity Day Oct. 17. Buy shopping pass for savings. (772) 288-3067.
Palm City Chamber of Commerce Fall Fest: Jock Leighton Park, Mapp Road and 36th St., Palm City, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Oct. 17. Vendors space $50. (772) 286-8121; info@palmcitychamber.com.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk: Memorial Park Gazebo, Downtown Stuart, 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. walk, Oct. 17. Register: (772) 287-7467; cancer.org/stridesonline.
Butterfly Gardening: Plant sale; butterfly gardening; butterfly release. Ranch Botanical Gardens, 1905 S.W. Ranch Trail, Stuart. Plant sale Oct. 17-18. Seminar 10 a.m., Oct. 17.
Birding: John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 S.R. A1A, North Palm Beach, 2 p.m., Oct. 17. Free with admission. (561) 624-6952.
Palm City Fall Fest: 5K run, food, entertainment, crafts, car show. Jock Leighton Park, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 17. info@palmcitychamber.com.
Harvest Bazaar: Benefits the Daughters of the Nile Foundation. Amara Shrine Center, RCA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, 11:30 am – 3 pm, Oct. 18. $8. (772) 581-9781.
Bluegrass Music Jam: John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 S.R. A1A, North Palm Beach, 1-4 p.m,. Oct. 18. Free with admission. (561) 624-6952.
LRHS History Lecture Series: Juno Beach Town Center, 340 Ocean Drive, 6-7 p.m., Oct. 22, Nov. 12. (561) 747-8380 ext 101; jupiterlighthouse.org.
Charity Golf Tournament: Benefits Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services of the Treasure Coast, Inc. Eagle Marsh Golf Club, Jensen Beach, 8:30 a.m., Oct. 24. $100-$500. (772) 335-5546; DHHS@bellsouth.net.
Seaside Treasures: Learn about beachside community; scavenger hunt. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 S.R. A1A, North Palm Beach, 11 a.m., Oct. 24. Free with admission. Reservation: (561) 624-6952.
Key Sale: Benefits United for Families. Diamonds by Terry, 3868 S.E. Dixie Highway, Stuart, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Aug. 12-Oct. 24. $50. (772) 398-2920; christina.kaiser@uff.us.
Reading with Ranger: Environmental children’s story, activities. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 S.R. A1A, North Palm Beach, noon, Oct. 25. Free with admission. Reservation: (561) 624-6952.
Pioneer Day: 1892 George Washington Tindall Pioneer Homestead. The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, 500 Captain Armour’s Way, 2-5 p.m., Oct. 25. (561) 747-8380 ext 101; jupiterlighthouse.org.
Jazz Combos, Troubadours and the Tuesday Nite Big Band: Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Community College, Palm Beach Gardens, 8 p.m., Oct. 27. $10. ((561) 207-5900; pbcc.edu//x13029.xml
St. Lucie County Rock & Gem Club Show: Vendors and demonstrations of many lapidary arts. Martin County Fair Grounds, 2616 S.E. Dixie Highway, Stuart, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Oct.31, Nov. 1. $3. slcrockandgem.org.
November Events
Women Empowering Women Conference: Benefits House of Hope and Treasure Coast Food Bank. Hutchinson Island Marriott, Stuart, Nov. 5. $10-$15. Tickets: powerlunchbunch.com. (772) 426-9926.
Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops: “A New York Night – from Leonard Bernstein to Billy Joel, Tin Pan Alley to Broadway.” Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Community College, Palm Beach Gardens, 8 p.m., Nov. 5. $75-$85. (561) 832-7677: palmbeachpops.org.
The Feast of Little Italy: Italian street festival. Abacoa Town Center, Jupiter, 3-10 p.m., Nov. 6, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 8. $5 adults, free for ages 12 and under. (561) 427-0500.
American Big Band: Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Community College, Palm Beach Gardens, 8 p.m., Nopv. 6. $50-$55. (561) 278-7677; sunsetet.com.
Jensen Beach Pineapple Festival: Jensen Beach Boulevard and Ricou Terrace, Jensen Beach, Nov. 6-8. $10. (772) 334-3444; pineapplefestival.info.
New Gardens Band: “Lovin’ That Big Band Sound!” Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Community College, Palm Beach Gardens, 2 and 8 p.m., Nov. 7. $15-$20. (561) 207-5900; newgardensband.com.
Pain-Free Public Speaking Half Day Workshop: Marriott Beach Resort and Marina, 555 N.E. Ocean Blvd., Stuart, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. , Nov. 14. $127. Register: (561) 498-8919; PainFreePublicSpeaking.com.
Florida Sunshine Pops: “Tribute to the Music of Richard Hayman and the Boston Pops.” Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Community College, Palm Beach Gardens, 8 p.m. Nov. 16. $50-$55. Also: 8 p.m., Nov. 18. (561) 278-7677; sunsetet.com.
Nuestra Belleza Hispana: Hispanic beauty pageant. Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Community College, Palm Beach Gardens, 7 p.m., Nov. 21. $20. (561) 667-7719; nuestrabellezahispana.com.
Vegetable Gardening: Seminar on vegetable gardening; plant sale. Tropical Ranch Botanical Gardens, 1905 S.W. Ranch Trail, Stuart. Plant sale Nov. 21-22. Seminar 10 a.m., Nov. 21.
Art In The Gardens: Midtown, 4801 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. , Nov, 21-22. Free. (561) 748-3946; artigras.org.
Treasure Coast Youth Symphony: “Cartunes,” the music behind the antics of favorite cartoon characters. Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Community College, Palm Beach Gardens, 7 p.m., Nov. 23. $7-$18. (561) 207-5900 treasurecoastyouthsymphony.org.
“The Nutcracker”: Florida Classical Ballet Theatre. Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Community College, Palm Beach Gardens, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Nov. 27-28. $22-$32. (561) 207-5900; fcbt.org.
15th Annual Art in the Park: Memorial Park, E. Ocean Blvd., Stuart , 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Nov. 28-29. Free. (772) 336-0606; info@brokenmold.com.
Indian River Pops: “Pops Goes Up the River.” Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Community College, Palm Beach Gardens, 7 p.m., Nov. 29. $25. (561) 207-5900; newgardensband.com.
December Events
Taste of Jensen: Jensen Beach Boulevard, Jensen Beach, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Dec. 1. $25. (772) 334-3444.
Salvation Army’s Christmas Ball: The Bear’s Club, 250 Bear’s Club Drive, Jupiter, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 3. Ages 18 years and over. $375. RSVP: (561) 686-3530; salvationarmypalmbeachcounty.org.
Christmas Workshop: Tropical Ranch Botanical Gardens, 1905 S.W. Ranch Trail, Stuart, Dec. 19-20.
January Events
ArtPalmBeach: The Palm Beach Convention Center; 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Jan. 15-19. $15-20. (239) 949-5411; ifae.com or www.palmbeach.com.
Jensen Beach Art, Craft Show: Juried art show. Downtown Jensen Beach, 1900 Ricou Terrace, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Jan. 16-17. $125 space; $25 jury. Vendor applications: (772) 334-3444; jensenbeachchamber.biz.
February Events
ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival: Abacoa Town Center, Central Boulevard, Jupiter, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Feb. 13, 14; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 15. $6-$10. Ticket: (561) 748-3946; artigras.org.
2010 Swashbuckler Ball: Fundraising event to benefit the Florida Oceanographic Society. Sandsprint Park, 3443 S.E. St. Lucie Blvd., Port Salerno, 6-11 p.m., Feb. 25. $200, FOCC members $175. Ages 21+. (772) 225-0505; fos-cc.org.