Good morning, Melbourne.

Ryckman Park will host a Veterans Day Celebration with a flag ceremony at 9 AM, free coffee and donuts, crafts for kids, and Ask a Veteran stations where veterans share their service stories.

The Parks Board is seeking a Navy Veteran for the Ask a Veteran stations and asks interested individuals to call Town Hall at 321-724-5860.

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will launch at 1:09 a.m. on Sunday, November 2 from Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station as clocks fall back from daylight saving time.

Space Coast residents may hear a sonic boom and see the lit rocket against the dark sky weather permitting — the launch offers a rare view for local onlookers.

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket completed a hotfire test of its seven BE-4 engines on Oct 30 at Cape Canaveral—preparing to launch NASA's ESCAPADE satellites to Mars no earlier than 7 p.m. November 8.

The Melbourne Fire Department placed its first heavy rescue truck into service on October 31 at Fire Station 76 — located at the corner of Lake Washington Road and Croton Road.

The new equipment boosts technical rescue efforts by adding specialized tools and trained personnel — following a city plan that uses dedicated tax revenue for public safety upgrades.

On Tuesday night, Eau Gallie Commodores (6-3) will face Merritt Island Mustangs (6-3) at Mustang Stadium for the District Title with a 7 p.m. kickoff.

The game is a makeup match from October 10 and will be shown live on Space Coast Daily TV.

Brevard County high school football coaches selected the District 12 FACA honors for the 2025 season, naming Eau Gallie senior Xavier Lherisse as Most Valuable Player and Merritt Island coach Tyler Murray as Coach of the Year — postseason play will begin on Nov.

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Eastern Florida State College men’s soccer team won 2-1 in double overtime against Miami Dade College and will face Daytona State College in the Region 8 final tonight at 7 p.m. at Titan Stadium in Melbourne — this marks their fifth Region 8 title game appearance.

James McGill of Astronaut High won the FHSAA boys individual bowling title on Oct.

30 at Boardwalk Bowl Entertainment Center in Orlando — he defeated Devin Bailey in three games. His team, the War Eagles, finished as state runner-up in the team competition after advancing from the consolation bracket.

Puppy Pals Live

7:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — $30 — Enjoy an action-packed show featuring rescued dogs performing incredible tricks and hilarious stunts.

Florida’s Hottest Reggae Night

7 p.m. – Midnight — Nomads Canteen FL — Check out three premier reggae acts, Cloud9 Vibes, Floridaze, and The Rip for an unforgettable showcase of island rhythms.

LightWork Therapy and Recovery Event

7:00 PM — 705 E New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL — Sold Out — Experience a fun painting class with local artist G-Susan Ricci in a creative atmosphere.

Tim Hawkins Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Calvary Chapel Melbourne — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with laughter from the hilarious Tim Hawkins.

Rocky Water Brew Fest 2025

1-5 p.m. — Eau Gallie Square Park — Free parking — Sample the finest craft beers from small breweries across Florida.

Chevy Chase Live Q&A

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Celebrate holiday cheer with a screening of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation and a Q&A with Chevy Chase.

Trusts Made Simple: A Smarter Way to Protect Your Family and Assets

10:00 AM – 11:30 PM — One Senior Place — Free entry — Learn how trusts can simplify estate planning and protect your assets in this informative session with a Q&A.

A Christmas Carol

2-5 p.m. — Henegar Center For the Arts — Ticket pricing available — Experience the classic tale of redemption in a vibrant theatrical setting.