Good morning, Melbourne.

The Storm Ready Sundae Social is scheduled for next week at 6th Avenue Boat Ramp, where locals can learn weather safety while enjoying a sweet treat (note that the south section is closed).

The longtime Publix in Palm Bay Center will close at 7 p.m. today, ending nearly 50 years of service as its building will be demolished to make way for a new, larger store; nearby locations in Palm Bay, West Melbourne, and Melbourne will serve existing customers.

Extant Aerospace broke ground on a $75 million manufacturing facility in Melbourne as the Economic Development Commission celebrated the expansion of its longstanding aerospace operations.

The project will grow from 250 to over 450 employees and cover 376,000 sqft (with an additional 120,000 sqft planned), boosting local industry.

Florida Power & Light is offering practical advice to help customers lower their energy bills as summer heats up.

The tips include adjusting thermostats, using ceiling fans and sealing windows — and tracking use with the Energy Manager tool.

Nearly 20 middle and high school students from the Boys & Girls Club of Cocoa visited Port Canaveral as part of Workforce Wednesdays, touring key facilities such as the Coast Guard and fire rescue to learn about maritime careers.

Transportation was provided by Cocoa Beach Express.

Brevard County schools will start on Monday, Aug.

10, as required by state law while a few counties begin classes later in the week. Parents should check with their school board for their district’s start date & any changes.

Two meteor showers are active in Florida with the alpha Capricornids having started July 3 and the Southern Delta Aquarids set to begin Sunday, July 12 — both peaking July 30 to 31 — while the Perseids will light up the sky starting July 17.

A local resident began enjoying a smart bird feeder with a built-in camera on July 10, which captures close-up views of birds like bluejays+woodpeckers as they visit her yard for seed time.

The device helps her reconnect with nature from home.

Baseball Showdown: Tailgators vs. Gnarlies

5-8 p.m. — Palm Bay High School — Exciting matchup — Experience an electrifying baseball battle between two powerhouse teams filled with thrilling plays and high-energy sportsmanship.

Brevard Home & Garden Expo

Jul 18-19 — Melbourne Auditorium — Entry fee not specified — Discover the latest in home and garden innovations with over 50 exhibitors.

July Meeting — Books & Brews Brevard Book Club

2-4 p.m. — Bugnutty Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxed book discussion with fellow literature lovers over craft beers.

Cocoa Tailgators vs. Sardines Baseball Showdown

5-8 p.m. — Palm Bay High School — Family-friendly event — Experience the thrill of a fierce baseball rivalry between the Cocoa Tailgators and Sardines.

Ladies Arcade Night

6:30-8 p.m. — Arcade Monsters Melbourne — $20 entry — Relive the joy of gaming while meeting new friends in a relaxed atmosphere.

MMB Concert Band: An Evening of POPS

Evening Concert — 6-8 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxed evening of pops featuring music from Billy Joel and the movie “Rocky.”

WWE NXT Live

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Tickets from $47 — Experience high-octane wrestling excitement with WWE NXT Live.