Good morning, Melbourne.

SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 carrying 29 Starlink satellites tonight (between 11 p.m. and 3 a.m. Friday) from Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral, with the booster landing at sea and no expected sonic booms; additional launches are planned later this week.

NASA’s Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts around the moon, sits on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center and faces cold conditions similar to those that challenged Challenger 40 years ago.

NASA will conduct a wet dress rehearsal Saturday to ensure safety before the launch.

NASA marked the memory of the Apollo 1 crew (Gus Grissom, Ed White, and Roger Chaffee) at Launch Complex 34 as it prepared for Artemis II, which is set to launch in a few weeks at nearby Cape Canaveral.

The observance honored the astronauts who lost their lives in 1967.

Merritt Island residents voiced safety concerns on Jan.

28 about a proposed liquefied natural gas plant on port-owned land near their homes + they warn that the facility may pose explosion risks. A public forum will be held on Feb. 18 at Cape Canaveral Community Center to discuss the proposal.

Experts advise residents to set their thermostats between 68 and 72°F and to turn off ceiling fans when rooms are empty to keep homes warm amid the ongoing freeze.

They also recommend sealing leaks and letting faucets drip when it gets very cold to protect pipes.

Health First has begun site preparation for Rockledge's new freestanding emergency room at 3300 S.

Fiske Blvd (a 12-bed facility with lab and imaging services) which will operate round-the-clock to provide faster local emergency care.

Space Coast Food & Wine Festival

3-6 p.m. — Downtown Melbourne — Tickets available online — Experience a culinary celebration with tastings from top chefs and local flavors by the waterfront.

K-Pop Warriors Show

4:00-5:30 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a high-energy show with vibrant music and dance inspired by K-Pop.

SouthsidersVW Winter Blitz IX

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — $10 entry plus donation — Celebrate the VW community with live music and trophy competitions while benefiting local animal care.

Valentine's Day Painting Date Night

3-5 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40 per person — Create a shared masterpiece while enjoying a romantic evening with your partner on Valentine's Day.

MMB Concert Band: Love Notes Tales of Passion

7-10 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Enjoy a night of love songs featuring soprano Rachel Murphy and a pre-show by Adagio Sax Quartet.

Soul Train Experience

7-11 p.m. — Pineapples — In person — Celebrate soul music with The Blackout Band and DJ SHARP in the Moon Room.

Black Heritage Calendar Festival

12-4 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Celebrate culture, creativity, and community at this vibrant festival.

Pretty Tied Up - Tribute to Guns N' Roses

7-10 p.m. — Pineapples — In-person event — Experience the explosive performance of Pretty Tied Up, the nation's top tribute to Guns N' Roses.

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

8 PM — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the electrifying journey of the Queen of Rock n' Roll through her greatest hits.

Modern Calligraphy Workshop at 905 Cafe

2:30-4 p.m. — 905 Cafe — Cost varies — Dive into the art of beautiful lettering in a fun and creative afternoon.