Good morning, Melbourne.

Yesterday, the Brevard Humane Society Molly Mutt Thrift Shop held a dedication for its new wall mural that adds a splash of local art and community pride.

Smokey Bones closed its restaurant near Melbourne Square Mall on Tuesday, April 28, after operating for over a decade (the restaurant’s website and social media confirmed the abrupt shutdown amid chain restructuring and bankruptcy filings by its parent companies).

Scammers have used photos from Movable Roots — a local tiny home builder — to post fake online listings that lure buyers into sending deposits, causing thousands in lost funds amid a tight housing market.

Officer Chris Hattaway, a resource officer at Rockledge High School and alumnus, was named 2026 Florida School-Related Employee of the Year by the Florida Department of Education for his work in building trust and launching programs like Rocking Resilience and a free summer camp for at-risk students.

Brighter Days Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care now offers specialized nursing and educational support for medically fragile children from birth to 21 at centers in Palm Bay and Melbourne; the program features a screened pavilion (with wind chimes and a fountain) and transport services, operating Monday through Saturday.

Melbourne Central Catholic won a District 8-2A softball game against Cocoa Beach on Monday, Apr.

27 with a score of 12-2 and will face Space Coast today in the district championship. Standout performances included Madelynn Prayto.

Space Coast ModelFest 2026

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Azan Shriners Center — $5 — Celebrate creativity and craftsmanship at a vibrant model contest with various themed categories.

Aaron Wolf Concert

7-10 p.m. — Pineapples — Tickets available — So-Cal reggae artist Aaron Wolf returns to the Moon Room with local support from Pine Tree Drive.

Shrek - The Musical

8-11 p.m. — Henegar Center For the Arts — Tickets from $81 — Enjoy a fun-filled evening with the unforgettable musical adaptation of a beloved fairy tale.

Brevard Community Mental Health Symposium

8 a.m.–3 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Engage with mental health experts and resources in the community.

Shrek - The Musical

8-11 p.m. — Henegar Center For the Arts — Tickets start at $81 — Experience the laughter and fun of Shrek brought to life on stage.

Cake Social for Women

4-5:30 p.m. — Serenity Venue — Ticket required — Bring a cake and make new friends while sampling delicious desserts together.

Shrek - The Musical

2-5 p.m. — Henegar Center For the Arts — Tickets start at $105 — Enjoy a whimsical live adaptation of the beloved animated classic.

Beetlejuice Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ghost-with-the-most in this hilarious and touching musical adaptation of Tim Burton's classic film.