Good morning, Melbourne.

FPL volunteers and Aging Matters in Brevard distributed three days worth of hurricane preparedness meal kits to older adults at the Seniors at Lunch meal on June 16 at Cocoa West Community Center—vehicles were loaded and deliveries began to reach those who may struggle to get food after a storm.

Blue Origin delayed its New Glenn rocket launch until no earlier than August—SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 carrying 23 Starlink satellites on June 10 and launched another mission on June 13.

ULA took down launch towers at Launch Complex 37 to clear space for new SpaceX pads and Florida Tech announced master’s degree programs at Patrick Space Force Base for military and civilian personnel.

Asian needle ants have been documented near Tallahassee and Kennedy Space Center, and their stings may cause life-threatening allergic reactions & severe pain lasting hours or days.

Researchers and the USDA warn the invasive ants, which nest under logs and mulch in wooded and landscaped areas, could disrupt native species and reduce seed dispersal.

Thirteen players from Eastern Florida State College men's soccer team are moving on to four-year schools—after the Titans advanced to the NJCAA Division I National Tournament semifinals with a Region 8 title, a Southeast District championship, and 16 wins.

International Yoga Day Celebration

9:00 – 9:50 AM — The Avenue Viera — Free entry — Light up your morning with a community yoga session led by lululemon ambassador Britt Pryor.

On-Site Tour at Discovery Village

9 AM - 7 PM — Discovery Village At Melbourne — Free entry — Explore a vibrant senior living community with top-rated amenities and engaging activities.

Children's Art Workshop with Ms. Sara Bohman

12-3 p.m. — Thrive Local — Cost info not provided — Explore creativity and crafts while making 3D Beehives in a fun environment for kids.

Melbourne Municipal Band Concert: Things With Wings

7-9 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Explore the aerial wonders of birds, jets, and mythical dragons through live music.

Summer Series #2

Join Keep Brevard Beautiful for our second Summer Series cleanup at Riverview Park in Melbourne from 8am-12pm. Be part of something impactful, spend your morning giving back to our beautiful community and waterways!

Children's Art Workshop with Ms. Sara Bohman

12-3 p.m. — Thrive Local — Cost TBD — Create colorful tile mosaics and explore creativity in a fun, supportive environment.

Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration

4-10 p.m. — Claude Edge Front St. Park — Free entry — A ‘blast’ of a fireworks display that thousands anticipate every year at Front Street Park.

Bridgewater Boots and Bling

10 PM - 1 AM — Bridgewater at Viera Ballroom — $10 tickets — Enjoy a lively country western-themed dance party with live music and line dancing.