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Melbourne
Sunday, November 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents and dog lovers are gathering today at Wickham Park in Melbourne to support Coastal Boxer Rescue of Florida, Inc. The event features interactive activities — including games and a pet adoption area — that will boost the rescue's efforts. Florida Today
- ➤ The Junior League of the Space Coast will host its 41st Annual Festival of Trees on November 22 at Wickham Park Community Center (2815 Leisure Way) in Melbourne. The fundraiser will feature decorated trees, festive wreaths, raffles, a silent auction, photos with Santa, cooking with Mrs. Claus, and local artisan vendors, and guests must register with a suggested $10 donation (children 12 and under are free). Space Coast Daily
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Port Canaveral welcomed Celebrity Apex as it replaced Celebrity Equinox to begin a winter schedule of seven-night sailings to The Bahamas and Caribbean—its debut includes stops at popular destinations like St. Kitts, Bimini, and Cozumel. The new Edge Class vessel is known for features such as a floating platform and rooftop garden that are set to boost local cruise options. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Today the SpaceX Bandwagon-4 launch took off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at 1:09 a.m.—the Falcon 9 rocket deployed 18 payloads into low-Earth orbit and its booster returned to Landing Zone 2—sparking sonic booms. Florida Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lt. Zack Parker, a Navy chaplain now at the Washington Navy Yard, has offered his November message of faith, hope and patriotism by urging local readers to pause for quiet prayer and gratitude — he honored the 250th anniversary legacy of the Navy Chaplain Corps as a symbol of moral courage and service. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ The 40th Annual Space Coast State Fair set a new record for single-day attendance on Saturday due to perfect weather and a strong lineup of shows. Today, the fair at Space Coast Daily Park in Viera is open until midnight and runs through Nov. 16 (free entry for kids and seniors) (advance ticket discounts apply). Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Annie was a 65-foot green dragon sculpture built in 1971 at Dragon Point on Merritt Island by artist Lewis VanDercar and property owner Aynn Christal, inspired by a legend that a dragon sighting brought good fortune. Storms and vandalism in 2002 severely damaged the structure and demolition in 2017 cleared the site for new development, leaving Annie as a treasured memory in local folklore. Space Coast Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Florida State College offers an A.S. in Transportation and Logistics that trains students to manage ports, railways, trucking, and air cargo operations. The fully online program provides flexible scheduling and builds professional skills for local careers in logistics—helping students advance from inventory control to dispatch roles. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ The Eastern Florida State College Foundation will host its Scholarship Golf Classic Tournament on November 7 at Duran Golf Club in Viera with an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start. Funds raised will benefit EFSC student scholarships and academic programs (sponsors and teams are invited to register) (questions can be directed to 321-433-7055). Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eau Gallie's Xavier Lherisse was voted District 12 Most Valuable Player and Merritt Island coach Tyler Murray earned Coach of the Year when high school football honors were announced—Lherisse’s team will visit Merritt Island on Tuesday for the district championship game while postseason play begins on November 14. Space Coast Daily
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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