Wednesday, December 4th, 2024

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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bowen Aquarium and Conservation Center, named to honor philanthropists John and Pat Bowen, will begin construction in 2025 at Port Canaveral as a sister campus to Brevard Zoo, aiming to enhance conservation efforts and create over 1,200 jobs. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ The Brevard County Sheriff’s Animal Care Center is offering free adoptions for cats and dogs in December, including veterinary services with each adoption. Space Coast Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Florida State College was recognized with the Purple Star designation for its outstanding support to military-connected students and their families. Space Coast Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida introduces new laws including a social media ban for minors under 14 and increased protections for first responders, effective Jan. 1, 2025. Florida Today
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A study finds Palm Bay and Melbourne in Brevard County among the top 10 Florida cities for retirement, highlighting affordable living and access to nature and recreational activities. Florida Today
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Results from the Brevard County high school sports games highlight key players and scores in boys and girls soccer matches. Florida Today
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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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USSSA Winter Nationals Baseball Tournament
The USSSA Winter Nationals is a competitive youth baseball tournament taking place at the Space Coast Complex in Melbourne, Florida.
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Sunday Spiritual Service at the Chapel of Melbourne, FL
The Spiritualist Chapel of Melbourne invites attendees to a Sunday service focused on spiritual growth and connection, featuring guest speaker Joy Sagar, a Spiritualist Medium.
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The Nutcracker Ballet Performance
Experience the enchanting story of The Nutcracker, a beloved Christmas ballet featuring Clara's adventures with a magical Nutcracker and festive characters.
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