Friday, November 29th, 2024

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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Abram Walton, Florida Tech Professor, is re-elected to the EDC Board, continuing his influential role in innovation management and international standards development. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ The 'Stargazers' secured the Turkey Bowl Trophy with a narrow 40-37 victory over the 'Command Team All-Stars' in the 12th annual BCSO Thanksgiving flag football game. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ The Ryckman House will host a family event to meet Santa, featuring live holiday music, on December 1, 2024, sponsored by Melbourne Beach's Historical Preservation & Awareness Board. City of Melbourne Beach
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Open enrollment period for annual health plans through the federal Marketplace or Health First Health Plans has begun, highlighting the importance of having health insurance to avoid financial and health crises. Space Coast Daily
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ All Publix grocery stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, observing one of their three annual closure days along with Christmas and Easter. Florida Today
- ➤ December offers an ideal opportunity for gardeners to engage in various outdoor tasks, including lawn care, overseeding with ryegrass for a green winter lawn, pruning, planting winter flowers and vegetables, and attending to the nutritional needs of plants. Florida Today
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Charles 'Phil' Smith, a versatile athlete from Cocoa High School who excelled in football, basketball, and track, and later contributed significantly to sports and education, was inducted into the Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame. Space Coast Daily
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9th Annual Holiday Pub Crawl Featuring KRAMPUS & the Brevard Renaissance Fair
Experience a festive and whimsical holiday pub crawl in downtown Melbourne with themed costumes, contests, and fun prizes.
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Nurse Blake: Shock Advised Tour
Experience the comedic insights of Nurse Blake during his Shock Advised Tour at the Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts.
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Code Enforcement Board Meeting
Learn about city code enforcement efforts aimed at enhancing health, safety, and property values in the Melbourne community.
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Brevard Book Club's Annual Book Exchange
Experience a light-hearted evening of book discussions and a wrapped book exchange with fellow book lovers.
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Space Coast Holiday Food Festival and Craft Fair
Celebrate the holiday season with family-friendly activities, delicious food, and unique crafts at Wickham Park.
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Candlelight Concert: Christmas Carols on Strings
Experience the enchanting atmosphere of Christmas carols performed by Listeso Music Group under a gentle candlelight setting at the Gleason Performing Arts Center.
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The Nutcracker Ballet: A Magical Holiday Experience
Experience the enchanting story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince in a visually stunning rendition of the classic holiday ballet featuring talented dancers and elaborate costumes.
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Toys for Kids Brevard 2024 Holiday Event
Toys for Kids is a nonprofit organization in Brevard County providing holiday gifts to underprivileged children aged 0 to 10, with a focus on community support and volunteer efforts.
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Aerial Hammock Sound Bath Experience
This unique event offers a sensory sound bath meditation featuring an internationally renowned meditation expert and singing bowl specialist, Anthony Profeta.
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Will Evans Live Performance
Will Evans invites attendees to a communal musical experience characterized by folk-inspired lyrics and open movement.
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